Next generation of leaders
SM Group connects scholars to opportunities
The SM Group provides SM scholars with internship opportunities, exclusive job offers within SM (during holidays, breaks, and upon graduation), and valuable exposure to the professional world.
The SM Foundation, the social good arm the SM Group, continues to ramp up its scholarship program by setting up its scholars for success in their future careers.
Partnering with SM Retail and SM Supermalls, the foundation hosted the fifth leg of its general assembly at the new SM City Sto. Tomas for scholars from South Luzon. This follows the successful assemblies in NCR, Pampanga, Davao, and Cebu.
At the assembly, the SM scholars further learned about program perks, including internship opportunities, exclusive job offers within SM (during holidays, breaks, and upon graduation), and valuable exposure to the professional world.
SM Scholars from South Luzon connect with fellow scholars and alumni, allowing them to create networks and gain insights from those who are now thriving in their respective fields.
SM scholars begin the general assembly by participating at the Holy Mass in St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, Santo Tomas City, Batangas
Focused on raising empowered and well-rounded scholars, SM Foundation and SM Retail prepared fun and interactive activities for the South Luzon scholars.
SM Retail Vice Chairperson Harley Sy delivered an inspiring address to the SM scholars and alumni.
The SM Scholars joined series of engaging activities, fostering camaraderie and a lighthearted atmosphere.
SM Retail and SM Foundation (SMFI), led by Mr. Harley Sy (center), SMFI trustee Engr. Chito Macapagal, Executive Director for Education Programs Linda Atayde (2nd row, 4th and 5th from left), SAVPs Eleanor Lansang and Victor Chan, and SM Retail AVP Niña Salcedo cap the SM Scholars’ General assembly with a commemorative photo.
Following the conclusion of the general assembly, SM scholars were treated to a film screening.
The said gathering also aims to connect scholars with peers and mentors, allowing them to create valuable networks and gain insights from SM scholar-alumni who are now thriving in their respective fields.
This focus on practical experience equips scholars with the tools they need to land their dream careers after graduation.
SM Foundation’s Scholarship Program has been empowering deserving Filipino youth from vulnerable communities by supporting the educational aspirations. By prioritizing a well-rounded student experience, the foundation moves beyond financial support, raising the next generation of Filipino leaders—scholars who are prepared to tackle real-world challenges and spread social good.