UMaine Students Cited in Mainebiz Article on Portland Companies Attracting Talent
The University of Maine was mentioned in a Mainebiz article about companies in Greater Portland that are finding creative solutions to attract new and talented employees. Kepware Technologies, a communications software company, plans to increase its staff by one third in 2015, according to the article. UMaine’s Electrical Engineering Department, has been a steady source of junior-level talent for the company, which funds three scholarships and hosts five paid summer internships each year, the article states. Kepware’s president told Mainebiz the relationship with UMaine allows the company to get to know the students, and for the students to get to know Kepware. Company officials also sit on UMaine’s advisory board, so they can provide curriculum advice and ensure that students have the skills they need to work in current and emerging markets, the article states.