Akkodis, a global leader in Smart Industry, is working with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team to help the team achieve its commitment to carbon neutrality. This objective requires incredible people, the best technology, and creative minds. Together, both partners are providing an incredible career opportunity to students and young talents with technology know-how and a sustainability mindset to put their career in pole position and make a tangible contribution towards meeting the team's sustainability goals.
Meet Maryam: Akkodis Lead the Charge Winning Candidate
Akkodis provides a unique opportunity for a young tech enthusiast to work on the Sustainability Roadmap of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team. Meet our winning candidate Maryam Shaban.
Today, we are proud to announce Maryam Shaban as the final selected candidate for the "Lead the Charge" Program this season. Maryam will take on a Sustainability Project Consultant role and work alongside experts at the Brackley-based Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One team, to develop and implement solutions to work towards a more sustainable future. Maryam Shaban studied a Masters of Environment and Sustainability at the University of Western Ontario and has gained invaluable experience in a prior role as Junior Policy Analyst at Environment Climate Change Canada. Maryam will start her tole in April 2023.
Students and young professionals with a sustainability and tech mindset from across the world applied for this unique opportunity. Akkodis used their tech solutions across the selection process, starting with a live Q&A, where interested applicants were able to ask questions in real-time to the Team providing insight into the role. The final assessment saw applicants participate in an individually designed virtual platform where candidates worked together to solve technology challenges. The group activity ensured a strong focus on mindset, expertise, and team spirit. The virtual platform facilitated the ability for international applicants to participate from home supporting Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Teams sustainability goals.
Upon learning of her selection, Maryam said: "I am very excited that Akkodis has given me the chance to work on sustainability strategies with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team. It is truly an incredible opportunity for me to take part in the development and advancement of various sustainability initiatives."
Jan Gupta, President of Akkodis, commented on the appointment: "We are very proud to see Maryam takes on the role of the Sustainability Project Consultant within the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team. At Akkodis, we are committed to working with the team to help achieving its objective of carbon neutrality, and this is a significant step on the ladder to achieving this. We look forward to seeing Maryam grow further on her journey and to seeing the contributions that she will make to the team."
Toto Wolff, Team Principal and CEO, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team added: "We're thrilled to welcome Maryam to the team in what is an incredibly important role. Maryam was an outstanding applicant, thanks to her clear passion and understanding of how smart technology can be applied to drive sustainable solutions forward. We have no doubt that she will become a true asset to the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team and Akkodis family."