Johnson Controls-funded tuition
Johnson Controls will select four high school graduates from the Milwaukee area to be recipients Through Strayer University’s Grads to Work program, Johnson Controls will select four high school graduates from the Milwaukee area to be recipients of Johnson Controls-funded tuition for an associate degree in either Accounting or IT at Strayer University along with a paid internship at Johnson Controls.
The program is currently in its pilot phase with the opportunity to expand in the future to serve underrepresented students beyond the Milwaukee area. Johnson Controls has also begun a partnership with All-In Milwaukee and will be selecting students for internships and mentoring.
Making career paths in digital solutions accessible
“Johnson Controls is the global leader in sustainable facilities management through our products, technology, software, and services, but it’s up to the next generation to carry forward our mission of sustainability and help realize a net-zero carbon world,” said Katie McGinty, Vice President and Chief Sustainability and External Relations Officer of Johnson Controls.
“We want to equip students with the knowledge and expertise needed to be successful in making our society cleaner, healthier, more sustainable, and more efficient. Our goal is to help ambitious, deserving students break through barriers and overcome challenges that may prevent them from pursuing a full-time career as a technician. Through these partnerships, we aim to make career paths in systems and digital solutions more accessible while increasing diversity and inclusion within our industry. We will continue looking for opportunities to invest in important educational initiatives.”
supporting success coach
Further, Johnson Controls is supporting a success coach to help Milwaukee Area Technical College students succeed in HVAC coursework and strengthen industry connections through efforts like networking events, field trips, and guest speakers.
The demand for HVAC technicians continues to rise due to industry growth and the need for new and renovated buildings. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), HVAC jobs will be added at a rate of 4% through 2029.
Energy efficiency efforts
The next generation of technicians will need specialized skills that will help combat environmental changes Additionally, the Biden Administration announced ambitious energy efficiency efforts earlier this year, including investments in heating and cooling technology, research into smart buildings, and initiatives to make buildings more sustainable.
As the U.S. shifts toward a cleaner economy, the next generation of technicians will need specialized skills that will help combat environmental changes. Finance, supply chain, and IT professionals with these skills will also be sought after to support the move to a more eco-friendly future.
Authority Comments
“All-In Milwaukee is thrilled to partner with Johnson Controls to develop the future, diverse workforce of Milwaukee,” said All-in-Milwaukee’s Executive Director Allison Wagner.
