How can the business world help schools awaken young people’s enthusiasm for STEM fields and professions? This question has been preoccupying us at Umicore for some time. After a few previous projects, in which we inspired and informed young people…
"Working together for a sustainable future" is not an empty saying at Umicore but a goal we work hard for every day. To achieve this goal, we need colleagues who perform a so- called STEMjob dedicated to Science, Technology, Engineering, and…
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) aren’t just for Albert Einstein or Marie Curie! They are more fun and accessible than you might think, but not everyone feels that way, especially young people.
Dual learning is an opportunity for students to acquire professional experience in a real work environment during their studies. As part of our contribution to the well-being of the communities in which we operate Umicore is focusing, in this…
On Thursday 28 January we kicked off the new year at Umicore Olen with Umicore on air, a radio show for and from our employees. A heart-warming initiative where we brought everyone closer together 'at a safe distance'.
Top Employer is a quality mark awarded by the independent Top Employer Institute every year. As a worldwide authority in recognizing HR policy, they validate, certify and acknowledge best employers, and top employers. Umicore has been awarded as a…
The bottom-up initiative ‘Focus on Women’ was started by six female managers. Combined with our Coaching Circles – coaching, training, mentoring, and networking for female leadership – it seeks to increase awareness about the huge pool of female…
The next generation of innovators will play an important role for a technology oriented company like Umicore. Stimulating scientific interest and challenging young people to think about innovation are important links in building a sustainable…
In November, our colleague from the Cobalt & Specialty Materials site in Bruges, Jens Le Comte, won the Prebes Award for his thesis to obtain his degree for "Prevention Advisor Level 3".