TE Connectivity African Heritage Scholarship Program welcomes nine more students

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TE Connectivity, a leader in connectors and sensors, announced the addition of nine students to its African Heritage Scholarship Program, which aims to diversify its workforce. The program, now in its second year with a total investment of $3.5 million, supports top-performing Black and African American students through internships and scholarships. Each student will undergo a 10- to 12-week internship, and upon completion, may receive scholarships of up to $22,500 for their junior year. The initiative emphasizes TE's commitment to building an inclusive workforce while fostering innovation in the technology industry.

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• Continued commitment to diversity with a $3.5 million investment in the African Heritage Scholarship Program.
• Nine new students participating in a structured internship program, enhancing talent acquisition.
• Scholarships of up to $22,500 promote educational advancement and retention of interns.

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SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Another nine students will join TE Connectivity, a world leader in connectors and sensors, this summer as part of its African Heritage Scholarship Program.

The $3.5 million program, now in its second of five years, is an investment in the company's efforts to further diversify its workforce and bring new opportunities in the technology industry to top-performing Black and African American students in the United States.

"It is imperative that we build an inclusive and diverse workforce that allows people from different backgrounds to work together to advance innovation," said CEO Terrence Curtin. "Thanks to the leadership of our African Heritage Employee Resource Group, the scholarship program allows TE to attract a talented group of young people to help us create a safer, sustainable, productive and connected future."

The students will complete 10- to 12-week internships at TE sites throughout the U.S. Upon successful completion of the internship, the students will receive a scholarship of up to $22,500 for their junior year, based on financial need, and will be invited back for a second internship at TE the following summer. The scholarship would then be eligible for renewal for their senior year.

This year's cohort of students join TE from universities across the country: Alabama A&M University, Lawrence Technological University, Louisiana Tech University, North Carolina A&T University, Old Dominion University, Stevenson University, University of Central Florida and University of North Dakota. The interns will work in engineering, product management, marketing, sales and operations.

They will join ten students from the first year of the program returning to TE this summer to complete their second summer internship.

For more information, visit te.com/scholarships.

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions, proven in the harshest environments, enable advancements in transportation, industrial applications, medical technology, energy, data communications and the home. With more than 85,000 employees, including over 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat and Twitter.

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FAQ

What is the African Heritage Scholarship Program by TE Connectivity?

The African Heritage Scholarship Program supports top-performing Black and African American students through internships and scholarships, fostering diversity in the workforce.

How much investment is being made in the African Heritage Scholarship Program?

TE Connectivity has invested $3.5 million in the African Heritage Scholarship Program, which is now in its second year.

What benefits do students receive from the African Heritage Scholarship Program?

Students receive internships at TE sites and may earn scholarships of up to $22,500 for their junior year, subject to financial need.

How long are the internships for the African Heritage Scholarship Program?

The internships in the African Heritage Scholarship Program last for 10 to 12 weeks.

How many students are currently in the African Heritage Scholarship Program?

This summer, a total of nine new students will join the program, alongside ten returning students from the previous year.