Tosin Akintan [pictured above] was in her final year of studying engineering, when she came across the Schneider Electric Global Student Experience.
"In 2020, I was in my penultimate year studying engineering. During the pandemic I came across a program on LinkedIn, the Global Student Experience. So, I filled out the form and, a few weeks later, I received the result – I got in!" reflects Tosin.
"I was on the services pathway and was able to learn about the company, as well as the sustainability and energy and power industries. The sessions with the Schneider leaders were highly inspiring. It changed my conceptualization of the world – I now view it, not as a resource to exploit, but as a cherished environment to conserve. After I graduated, I was sure that I wanted to work in Schneider. I joined through the graduate program in the Lagos office. I am working with the smartest and most supportive people here. Through all the projects and trainings, I connect with colleagues across the world, making it a truly global experience. I am glad I participated in the Global Student Experience. It has taken me on a learning journey, that has transformed my mindset and outlook," she explains.
Self-paced e-learning
Students can learn more about what it takes to have a career in these areas as part of Schneider Electric's learning tracks: Sales & Marketing, Services, Supply Chain, Digital careers, or Sustainability as a Business.
Attendees can gain knowledge that they can take with them for their next project, interview or internship. The Schneider Global Student Experience is made up of self-paced e-learning and a simulated project with real feedback from professionals in the field based on the track you select.
The Schneider Global Student Experience is open to students from all countries.
The experience is self-driven with students expected to complete the learning in their own time by the deadlines provided, with no extensions granted.
What types of courses can be expected?
The Schneider Global Student Experience consists of e-learning modules and online simulated projects. There are currently five learning tracks to choose from:
- Sales & Marketing:
Discover Schneider Electric's customers and partners, understand the value chain and learn how to influence a business. For all those seeking a basic knowledge and understanding of selling.
- Services:
Learn about how Schneider Electric maintains and improves system reliability, productivity, comfort and efficiency. The company provides a sneak peek into its services business including its power, automation and control, and building life cycle service solutions.
- Supply Chain:
Understand how to meet the challenges of today’s digital economy, where customers want both products and services quickly and tailored to their unique specifications, and how Schneider Electric has fundamentally reimagined its Digital Supply Chain.
- Digital careers:
While it's important to have the right set of digital skills in the context of jobs today, it's also crucial for everyone to be future-ready and up to date to become true Digital Citizens. This track explores the six key skills Schneider Electric has identified for future digital careers.
- Sustainability as a Business:
The Schneider Electric team keeps its eyes on the future of energy management and corporate sustainability. Explore the hottest topics and trends, and the breadth of solutions as part of this learning track.
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