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ÇAN2 Thermal Power Plant in cooperation with Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, continues its activities that support the professional life of students and give them the opportunity to observe the sector and the field closely. Within the framework of the strategic cooperation, the students of the Electricity and Energy Department of Çan Vocational School visit the Çan2 Thermal Power Plant and have the opportunity to learn about the operation and energy production stages of the power plant on site.

Çan2 Thermal Power Plant, which operates in electricity generation, signed a strategic cooperation protocol with Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University in 2023 in order to increase information sharing and develop projects for the sector. Within the scope of the protocol, students have the opportunity to meet with industry professionals and benefit from their experience and experience during internship programmes and technical trips.

ÇAN2 Thermal Power Plant Expands Knowledge Sharing in Energy Production

In 2023, ÇAN2 Thermal Power Plant signed a strategic cooperation protocol with Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University to enhance knowledge sharing in the energy sector and foster project development. Under this protocol, students participate in internship programs and technical tours, providing them the opportunity to engage with industry professionals and benefit from their experience and expertise.

53 Students Visited ÇAN2 Thermal Power Plant

As part of the Career Planning Course, students from the Electricity and Energy Department's Electricity Generation, Transmission, and Distribution Program at Çan Vocational School visited ÇAN2 Thermal Power Plant in two groups. The visits were led by Dr. Yasemin Kaçar Canaydın and Department Head Associate Professor Doğukan Taşer. During the technical trips, guided by expert engineers from ÇAN2 Thermal Power Plant, students had the opportunity to observe their theoretical knowledge in practice and gain insights into the business life.

"We Support the Education of Qualified Human Resources for Our Future"

Highlighting the importance of technical trips for the professional development of young people, ÇAN2 Thermal Power Plant Manager Bülent Barut stated: “In collaboration with Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, we are creating a valuable experiential learning environment for students. During their visits to ÇAN2 Thermal Power Plant, students have the opportunity to learn directly from experts about energy production processes and reinforce their theoretical knowledge in the field. With these programs, we are not only enhancing the technical knowledge of young people but also contributing to the development of a qualified human resource for the future of our sector. At ÇAN2 Thermal Power Plant, we will continue to support the career journeys of young people and their professional development through university collaborations and social responsibility projects."

Internship and Job Opportunities for  Talents that will Shapethe Future

As part of the strategic cooperation protocol with Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, ÇAN2 Thermal Power Plant also offers internship programs to young talents. In this context, 6 students from the Occupational Health and Safety Department and 4 students from the Energy Management Department were included in a 5-month internship program under the guidance of mentors. During the internship, students had the chance to develop their professional knowledge and skills. The internship program continues throughout the year, allowing final-year university students to take their first steps in the energy sector through hands-on training.