Samsung SDI has joined hands with Sungkyunkwan University to cultivate future talent in the battery sector.
On the 11th, Samsung SDI signed a partnership agreement with Sungkyunkwan University for the ‘Sungkyunkwan University-Samsung SDI Battery Talent Development Program’. The signing ceremony, held at the Natural Sciences campus of Sungkyunkwan University, was attended by key figures from both sides, including Sungkyunkwan University President Shin Dong-ryeol, Vice President of the Natural Sciences Campus Park Sun-kyu, Samsung SDI CEO Choi Yoon-ho, and Head of Research Jang Hyuk (Vice President).
Through this agreement, Samsung SDI and Sungkyunkwan University will operate a training program aimed at developing talent for next-generation secondary battery technology. The plan is to cultivate key personnel in battery materials, cells, and systems through tailored education.
Over the span of ten years, from the 2023 academic year to the 2032 academic year, the program aims to select a total of 100 Samsung SDI scholarship recipients. Students selected for master’s and doctoral programs will not only complete battery-related courses but also engage in relevant research and have the opportunity to participate in training programs and competitions supported by Samsung SDI.
Students who complete the program will receive individual scholarships during their degree programs and will secure employment at Samsung SDI upon graduation.
President Shin Dong-ryeol of Sungkyunkwan University stated, “With the efforts of our faculty and Samsung SDI’s generous support combined, we can expect to produce excellent battery talents that will lead the future.”
CEO Choi Yoon-ho of Samsung SDI commented, “To become a top-tier global company by 2030, the most important factors are technology and people, thus we will systematically support and invest generously in nurturing outstanding talents to lead the future battery industry.”
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