Feb 7, 2020
The Electrical industry is “Powering a Changing World” in areas such as digitization, electrification, Internet of Things (IoT) and other emerging technologies providing many exciting career opportunities. The Electro-Federation Canada Scholarship program provides university and college students, who are interested in pursuing a career in the Electrical industry, with funding to support their academics.
Over $140,000 will be awarded across 55 scholarships supported by many leading Canadian manufacturers and distributors. Students who are pursuing a career in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technologist/Technician, Industrial Distribution, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Supply Chain Operations, Logistics, Data Analytics Management or Information Technology may apply.
“The program also offers the opportunity for students to engage with EFC member companies, offering employment and career opportunities. The electrical industry offers strong career development opportunities, competitive salaries and benefits, plus aggressive careers paths in a sector with cutting-edge innovation. Career opportunities span such areas as: Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Management, Operations, Information Technology and Human Resources,” said John Jefkins, VP Member Engagement & Corporate Partnerships, Electro-Federation Canada.
Scholarship Applications Now Open! Students can apply at scholarship.electrofed.com. Deadline is May 31st, 2020. View the many scholarships HERE
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“We had to really do a good gut check on whether this was the right decision to move the branch during the pandemic,” says Vallen Canada President Karen Chester. “The reality is the show must go on… our culture is such that we pull together in tough times and we need to get the job done. The final step in the process was to make sure we keep people safe.”
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