Honeywell and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte have announced a major new partnership aimed at strengthening STEM education and preparing future talent for careers in high-growth industries.
The $10 million investment from Honeywell will support the creation of the Honeywell Innovation Hub, a state-of-the-art facility designed to expand research, innovation, and workforce development on campus and across the region.
A Transformative Investment in Charlotte’s Innovation Ecosystem
The Innovation Hub will be located within a repurposed building on UNC Charlotte’s campus, transforming it into a high-tech, future-focused space dedicated to hands-on research, training, and collaboration. This initiative is part of Honeywell’s broader commitment to addressing global challenges in automation, energy transition, and the future of aviation through its extensive industrial and digital expertise.
Through this collaboration, students will gain greater access to cutting-edge technologies and career-focused programming, including internships, real-world applications of IoT and automation, and exposure to industry leaders.
Supporting Students Through Scholarships and Training
The investment will also fund the inaugural class of Honeywell Scholars, a new scholarship program that aims to remove barriers and empower the next generation of innovators. These scholarships will support students pursuing degrees in STEM-related fields, further enhancing UNC Charlotte’s mission as the region’s only R1 research institution.
“Through this partnership, we’re investing not only in facilities but in people,” said a Honeywell spokesperson. “The Innovation Hub will serve as a pipeline for tomorrow’s engineers, scientists, and technology leaders.”
Boosting Regional Economic Growth
UNC Charlotte plays a pivotal role in the Carolinas’ innovation landscape, educating over 32,000 students and driving forward research and economic development. As one of U.S. News & World Report’s Top 100 Public Universities, the university’s partnership with Honeywell is expected to have long-term impacts on the Charlotte metro area and beyond.
This initiative adds to Honeywell’s growing presence in Charlotte since relocating its headquarters to the city in 2019. The company is widely regarded for its advancements in aerospace technologies, industrial automation, building automation, and energy solutions, all of which will shape the Innovation Hub’s programming.
