"Automotive Talent Development" Korea Toyota Operates Industry-Academia Cooperation Program

[Asia Economy Reporter Choi Dae-yeol] Toyota Motor Korea announced on the 2nd that it will operate the industry-academia cooperation education program 2022 T-TEP (TEP) with seven domestic universities. The program, held from the 29th of last month until October, is part of its social contribution activities to nurture talent in the automotive field.

Since 2020, the company has signed MOUs and provided education at eight campuses of seven universities with automotive-related departments: Seoyoung University Paju and Gwangju campuses, Daelim University, Busan University of Science and Technology, Seojeong University, Ajou Motor College, Yeoju University, and Korea Polytechnic University Namdaegu Campus. This year marks the third iteration. Participating students learn communication and work manners necessary for newcomers to society, Toyota's five values known as the Toyota Way, and electrification technologies.

In particular, TEAM-GP, a global training program from Toyota headquarters, is a technician-specialized education tailored to the characteristics of each dealer branch to help trainees adapt well to the dealer field. Upon completion of this course, trainees automatically obtain a technician certification recognized by the headquarters.

Takemura Nobuyuki, President of Toyota Motor Korea, said, "With a systematic curriculum and Toyota and Lexus electrified vehicles, this program can help students with their studies," adding, "We will continue to accelerate practical support to nurture talent in the automotive field."

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