FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 3, 2018
ehs International,
Inc., and University California San Diego Extension
Provide Students in
Construction Scholarships
Irvine, Calif. - ehs International, Inc., (ehsInc) is pleased
to announce a partnership with University of California San Diego (UCSD)
Extension to offer scholarships, the ehsInc Cares Scholarship, for students choosing a career path in construction. The
scholarship represents an investment in the development of future industry
professionals in the Southern California region.
“The team at ehsInc is committed to the
success of students pursuing careers in the construction industry, specifically
the environmental health and safety field” said Marjorie Del Toro, President
ehsInc. “Protecting our workforce for future generations is a foundation of our
business and we believe developing the next generation is key to upholding that
value. The partnership with UCSD Extension is a great fit for both ehsInc and
the University. We are looking forward to continuing to find new opportunities
to grow the workforce of tomorrow.”
In the spirit of creating new
opportunities for students, two yearly scholarships will be awarded based on
eligibility, qualifications and the availability of funds. Individuals wishing
to submit an application must do so before the deadline of May 4, 2018.
Priority will be given to individuals with experience in construction or those
who have completed course work in related fields. Interested candidates can
learn more and fill out an application by clicking here.
In addition to the scholarship UCSD Extension
and ehsInc have aligned to bring students higher level, technology based,
hands-on safety training. Through this partnership students and clients will
have complimentary access to safety tailgates, monthly webinars and preferred
rates for most services. Del Toro states “This will strengthen the career
prospects for current and future students while assisting with the labor
shortage of the construction industry.”
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