Industry Recruits for Technical Scholars Programs

The Career and Employability Resources department has been working with industry to schedule presentations about their scholars programs for TCTC students.

Recently, representatives from Michelin, BMW, Schneider Electric, Ulbrich and BorgWarner met with students to talk about the programs that are designed to provide a pipeline of skilled employees to the industry partner.

Scholars programs allow selected students to attend class full time while working part time at a local manufacturer. The program gives students a chance to pursue their education, gain necessary handson experience, earn an hourly wage, and become viable candidates for positions at the company.

• Michelin was on the Pendleton Campus January 30 to conduct testing for the Michelin Tech Scholars program. Students must have a 2.5 GPA and be in the Mechatronics program. The rate of pay is $21.34/hr. Michelin will pay tuition, books, and any other school fees for their Tech Scholars.

• BMW was on campus February 7 to host an information session about the BMW Tech Scholar program. The program is open to students in Mechatronics, Automotive, or CNC. The rate of pay is

$18/hr. Tech Scholars must be enrolled in at least 12 hours, have a 2.8 GPA, and commit to attending school year-round.

• Schneider Electric is recruiting four students for its Tech Scholar program, two for maintenance positions and two for quality positions. The rate of pay is $19.50/hr. Schneider will provide up to $3,000 to assist with tuition or books. This is a one-year program for students in Engineering Systems Technology or Mechatronics who have completed at least 15 credit hours with a 2.75 GPA.

• Ulbrich is currently recruiting for an apprentice position. The opportunity is open to students in Mechatronics or Engineering Systems Technology. Their shifts are first (7 a.m.-3 p.m.), second (3 p.m.-11 p.m.), third (11 p.m.-7 a.m.).

• BorgWarner is currently hiring three new Tech Scholars. A 2.8 GPA is required, and students must be enrolled full time and be able to work at least 20 hours per week. BorgWarner is looking for students who have completed at least two semesters of the Mechatronics program. The rate of pay is $19.05/hr.

“Employers are very eager to hire our students,” said Leanne Cobb, work-based learning coordinator. “They want to bring them in through a work-based learning program that leads to full-time employment upon graduation, and grow their workforce internally. Our students are being offered some very impressive opportunities and we have a lot more in the works. Employers recognize that TCTC educates students using the most advanced technology with instructors who are experts in their industry. They know that our students are hard-working and persistent, and that is why employers are in fierce competition for them.”