13 hours ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Nestle Malaysia, universities to empower youth, develop future talent
KUALA LUMPUR: Nestle (Malaysia) Bhd has teamed up with three universities as part of its continued efforts to empower youth and develop future talent.
The collaboration involves Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) and Malaysia University of Science and Technology (MUST).
Through the initiative, students will gain access to structured internship programmes within Nestle Malaysia's manufacturing and supply chain divisions, helping them build digital capabilities and gain practical experience to succeed in today's fast-evolving workforce.
The company said the initiative is part of the global "Nestle Needs Youth" programme and aligns with national talent development goals under the 12th Malaysia Plan.
It also supports the TVET Enhancement initiatives, the Graduate Employability Strategy 2021–2025, and the Madani Economy Framework.
"Students will benefit from opportunities for structured internship placements across Nestlé's business functions, including supply chain, engineering, sustainability, digitalisation and quality assurance.
"These placements will provide real-world exposure, equipping students with practical experience and a deeper understanding of industry expectations," Nestle Malaysia said.
An initial group of 10 students has been selected, with up to 100 students expected to take part in the first phase of the programme over the next six months.
Nestle Malaysia chief executive officer Juan Aranols said as the country progresses towards a more digitally advanced and inclusive economy, it is essential to equip young talent with both technical expertise and digital competencies to help them succeed.
"As part of our 'Nestle Needs Youth' ongoing programs, we are pleased to join hands with these leading Malaysian Academic institutions to empower new or soon to be graduates with the right tools, experience and mindset to thrive professionally," he added.
