Schneider Electric, SkillPointe Foundation Expand Skilled-Trades Scholarships to Boston Area

Energy management and automation provider Schneider Electric recently announced it has partnered SkillPointe Foundation to establish a new scholarship program that will fund training in the Boston area for skills related to the rapidly-expanding building automation field with aim to develop America's skilled workforce and provide new opportunities for aspiring individuals of all backgrounds.

The Schneider Electric SkillPointe Scholarship supports vocational training that empowers Americans to build better lives while providing broader industry with needed talent. The new Boston-area scholarship expands upon the existing scholarship program Schneider Electric has established in its New York and New Jersey market.

A total of twelve $2,000 grants will be awarded by the Atlanta-based SkillPointe Foundation during Spring 2023. Scholarships are available to individuals of all backgrounds in the Greater Boston Area who are pursuing vocational training for jobs such as field service technician, HVAC technician, cable/fiber technician, electronics and electrical technician, IT support specialist, and software development.

Nicolette Fondl, general manager at Schneider Electric noted in the press release, "Schneider Electric is proud to be able to promote excitement and accessibility into our industry and to be able to provide assistance to those that may not have access to secondary education without it. We seek to support in all ways the communities we serve with an aim to establish a sustainable workforce to support the growing demand of buildings and our customers."

The application deadline for the new Boston-area scholarship program is June 30, 2023. You can learn more and apply at SkillPointeFoundation.org or start your application for the Boston-area scholarship here.