QUALITY EDUCATION

VCON’s NextGen Engineering Program

At VCON, we believe that shaping the future of sustainable construction starts in the classroom. Through active engagement with local universities and the next generation of civil engineers, we’re helping future professionals build the skills, confidence, and values needed to lead the industry forward.

Throughout 2024, VCON organized over 14 VCON’s NextGen Engineering Program Seminars at 11 leading universities

Chulalongkorn University

Thammasat University

King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology

Srinakharinwirot University

Mahidol University

Naresuan University

Pibulsongkram Rajabhat University

Rajamangala University of Technology

International Partners

National Polytechnic Institute of Cambodia

INSA Toulouse, France

The University of California, San Diego, USA

Where our engineering team introduced civil engineering students to innovative low-carbon construction materials and sustainable design principles. These interactive sessions focused on practical applications from low-carbon cement, materials optimization and precast innovation to energy-efficient systems and climate-resilient infrastructure tailored to the challenges of urban development in Southeast Asia.

As part of our long-term investment in education, VCON has also hosted the VCON Externship Summer Program for the past 10 consecutive years, providing over 350 students with firsthand experience in real-world construction environments.

Externs work alongside our engineering teams on major infrastructure and commercial projects in Bangkok, learning about project planning, green building standards, and digital tools like Building Information Modeling (BIM).

10 Consecutive Years of Hosting Excellence

Externs work alongside our engineering teams on major infrastructure and commercial projects in Bangkok. Green building standards

This year, we were especially proud to welcome a record number of female civil engineering students into the externship program, a 24% increase from previous years. Many expressed a strong interest in pursuing full-time careers with VCON. By encouraging and supporting gender diversity, we aim to dismantle the misconception that construction and site-based roles are only for men. At VCON, we believe civil engineering is for everyone and we’re committed to creating opportunities where all individuals can thrive.

To deliver these programs, VCON’s engineers took on roles as mentors, discussion leaders, and event organizers. From guiding students through hands-on learning zones to sharing peer-to-peer career insights, our team provided students with a comprehensive, industry-informed learning experience that bridged the gap between classroom theory and field application.

These initiatives reflect VCON’s broader ESG mission under the pillars of People, Planet, and Industry:

Educational Initiative Highlights Empowering Future Builders: Key Achievements

People: Promoting diversity, education, and future employment pathways

Planet: Advocating for lowcarbon materials and sustainable design Industry: Developing the skills and knowledge needed to transform how we build

Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 5 (Gender Equality) VCON is committed to nurturing the next generation of builders who will lead the way in sustainable, inclusive construction.

Together, we are building more than structures ,we are building futures.

14+ Seminars Organized 11 Universities Engaged 10 Years of Externships

350+ Students Hosted 24% Increase in Female Externs