Maegan Godoy at New America reports across the country, Gen Z (ages 13-28) are struggling to land a good job. Currently, only about 24% - roughly 17 million Gen Zer's, work full time, but finding a job that’s up to the standards of Gen Z adults isn’t easy, especially for those who do not yet have work experience. For Gen Z, Apprenticeships can be a smart solution that coincides with paid work experience and a certificate upon training completion and speaks to their need for a pathway for success in this new market. Apprenticeships can be a key bridge in systematically shrinking the number of young adults that lack the skills and work experiences they need to build a career - but as of 2021, Apprenticeships in the U.S. make up less than 1% of the U.S. Workforce. We’ll address some common misconceptions to help more young adults recognize the truth about Apprenticeships and understand the benefits of joining an Apprenticeship Program - including transparent pathways for career development, long-term employment options, high school and/or college credits, paid training and lasting connections. Many perceive Apprenticeships as a backup option solely for those who struggle academically, fail to get accepted into a traditional higher education degree program or who don’t want to pursue higher education. This is false.

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