Kyndryl, a global leader in IT infrastructure services, today announces its partnership with EURECOM, a leading engineering school specializing in digital sciences. This collaboration aims to strengthen synergies between academia and industry while contributing to the development of future talent in a rapidly evolving sector.
A Partnership to Shape Tomorrow’s Talent
As part of this collaboration, Kyndryl will become the official sponsor of the Class of 2027. This cohort will include nearly 180 students, future engineers, and Master's graduates who will benefit from this unique support in their academic and professional journeys. Through this partnership, Kyndryl will offer students exceptional opportunities to integrate into a rapidly changing digital sector.
Kyndryl will actively contribute to training the next generation of digital talent while sharing its expertise in digital transformation. This partnership also enhances its reputation as a responsible and committed company, providing increased visibility within the global academic and digital ecosystem.
"By becoming the sponsor of EURECOM’s Class of 2027, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting the next generation of digital experts. This partnership is a unique opportunity to share our expertise while contributing to talent development in an international and innovative environment," stated Jérôme CALMELET, President of Kyndryl France.
Joint Activities to Enhance Professional Skills
Under the partnership between EURECOM and Kyndryl, sponsor of the Class of 2027, a series of initiatives will be implemented to prepare students for the demands of the professional world. This program will include career coaching and CV optimization workshops, technology workshops to explore Kyndryl’s innovative solutions, as well as collaborative projects and real-world challenges to develop technical and strategic skills.
Personalized mentoring sessions and informal meetings will also foster exchanges between students and Kyndryl experts, strengthening their networks and readiness for professional integration. A sponsored class trip and a graduation ceremony branded with Kyndryl’s colors will celebrate and mark the key moments of this unique collaboration.
Through this partnership, EURECOM reinforces its unique model based on close cooperation with the industry. EURECOM students will gain privileged access to career opportunities at Kyndryl, facilitating their entry into strategic sectors of the digital economy.
"This partnership with Kyndryl perfectly reflects our commitment to strengthening ties between academia and industry, with a focus on training tomorrow's talent. Together, we will offer students unique opportunities to prepare for the challenges of the digital sector while addressing the global digital transformation agenda," said Professor David Gesbert, Director of EURECOM.