What is Youth Apprenticeship?
Youth Apprenticeship (YA) is a highly successful talent acquisition strategy in which employers hire high school juniors or seniors for a one or two-year apprenticeship. During the apprenticeship, the student continues toward high school graduation and takes courses related to the profession as a way of enhancing what is being learned on the job.
Why hire a Youth Apprenticeship student? What are the benefits to the Employer?
Increase visibility of employer's industry / business.
Access to young workers who are eager to learn and have interest in the profession.
Quality, prescreened youth apprentices who receive ongoing support during their apprenticeship.
A method to address future hiring needs in a cost-effective and timely manner.
Opportunity to prepare future workers.
Opening to help educational personnel develop job-specific proficiencies.
Chance to become involved with worksite curriculum.
The chance to shape the skills, expectations and habits of youth apprentices at a young age.
Opportunity to work with the high school Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator to ensure student is meeting the program/employment outcomes.
DWD: Hiring Youth Apprentices - Fact Sheet for Wisconsin Employers
Manufacturing & Construction Equipment & Wisconsin's Employment of Minors Laws
Want more information? Contact Amy Kenyon at kenyona@milton.k12.wi.us or 608-868-9300 extension 1107.