Jakarta, July 16, 2025 – As a form of commitment to the development of Indonesia’s human resources and an active role in building the national automotive industry, RMA Indonesia, as the official Brand Holder Agent (APM) of Ford in Indonesia, officially launched a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program entitled Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) – Ford Class. This program collaborates with the Ford brand and SMKN 35 Jakarta and focuses on strengthening vocational education in the field of Light Vehicle Engineering (TKR) and providing free inclusive internship opportunities for SMK students. This initiative is RMA Indonesia’s real step in answering the challenges of the world of work that demands technical skills, industry readiness, and quality human resources from an early age.
As a pilot project, the first Ford Class was conducted with SMKN 35 West Jakarta, with a symbolic launch ceremony on July 16, 2025. Over the next two months, 22 selected students and 3 accompanying teachers will attend intensive training twice a week. The materials provided include:
- Introduction to Ford vehicle technology and features,
- Hands-on practice using Next-Gen Ford Everest Titanium and Next-Gen Ford Ranger Raptor units, and
- A briefing on the automotive industry from professionals from RMA Indonesia and the Ford dealer network.
The top four students and three teachers selected from this program will get exclusive internship opportunities at authorized Ford dealerships, as a direct entry into the professional world.
Inclusive Education, Equal Opportunities
TVET Ford Class is not just a technical training program, but a tangible form of RMA Indonesia’s concern for the future of Indonesia’s young generation. One of the key values of the program is inclusivity: the program is open not only to male students, but also provides equal opportunities for female students to be actively involved in the automotive world.
“RMA Indonesia believes that education is a key foundation in building the future of Indonesia’s automotive industry,” said Toto Suharto, Country Manager of RMA Indonesia. “Through TVET Ford Class, we want to make a real contribution by bringing relevant training and industry access to the younger generation, regardless of their background. We also want to encourage more involvement of female students to make the automotive world more inclusive and equal.” He added
Focus on Jakarta and Surabaya: Strategic Locations Full of Potential
The selection of Jakarta and Surabaya as the initial locations for program implementation was based on strategic considerations. Jakarta has two active dealerships (Mampang and Tomang) that are ready to support the internship. Surabaya, which will be the next location, has a strategic reach to eastern Indonesia, including Bali.
Both cities also have a high concentration of vocational schools and a large productive-age population, making them ideal as centers of excellence for vocational HR development. Building an HR Ecosystem for the Future of the Industry. The Ford Class TVET program is part of RMA Indonesia’s long-term strategic roadmap in building a qualified HR ecosystem that meets industry needs to support the expansion of Ford’s business activities and operations in Indonesia. Through a combination of technical training, hands-on practice, and industry internships, RMA Indonesia hopes to create a generation of automotive mechanics and professionals who are resilient, competent, and able to compete at the national and international levels.
For more information about the Ford Class TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) program as well as other activities and initiatives from Ford RMA Indonesia, please visit our official website at www.ford.co.id, Instagram account at @ford.id_official, and our LinkedIn page at RMA Indonesia.
