The ABB Jürgen Dormann Foundation for Engineering Education

THE ABB JÜRGEN DORMANN FOUNDATION FOR ENGINEERING EDUCATION

The ABB Jürgen Dormann Foundation (JDF) provides scholarships to engineering and science students in different parts of the world who can prove a high standard of academic achievement and who need financial support to be able to continue their studies.

HONORING THE LEGACY OF JÜRGEN DORMANN

The foundation is named after Jürgen Dormann in recognition of his contribution to ABB. He served as Chairman from 2001 to 2007, and was also CEO from September 2002 to December 2004.

He passed away in 2025. On behalf of everyone at ABB Group, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.

GLOBAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM AND SELECTION CRITERIA

Scholarships, which are awarded for a maximum of five years of study, have already been given to students at partner universities in Bulgaria, China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Malaysia, Poland, South Africa, Switzerland, Turkey and Vietnam. Further partnerships are planned. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of ability, potential and personal means. Only students who are nationals of the country where a partner university is based can apply. Each partner university has an application process, and the final selection is made in cooperation with ABB.

Partner universities

ABB has signed agreements with a number of universities

Fact sheet

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INSIDE THE 2026 JÜRGEN DORMANN FOUNDATION EVENT

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EMPOWERING FUTURE LEADERS TO DRIVE SUSTAINABLE IMPACT

Discover how the Jürgen Dormann Foundation connects ambitious engineering scholars with top industry leaders, world-class technologies, and global opportunities. Through hands-on learning and mentorship from senior ABB executives, these fearless innovators are building the skills and vision needed to shape a more sustainable tomorrow.

MEET OUR SCHOLARS: WATCH STORIES FROM SOUTH AFRICA, INDONESIA, AND BULGARIA

Discover what it’s like to be a Jürgen Dormann Foundation scholar. Watch recipients from South Africa, Indonesia, and Bulgaria explore ABB facilities, gain hands-on industry insights, share their personal journeys, and learn how to apply for upcoming scholarship opportunities.

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Email the ABB Jürgen Dormann Foundation at ch-abb.dormann-foundation@abb.com

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