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Amery High School prepares students for workforce through Youth Apprenticeship
18 May 2023
News, Polk
Many young people find themselves more prepared to enter the working world because of participation in Youth Apprenticeship (YA), a program that is taking off in the state, but especially in Amery.
The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) announced record participation in its YA programs, with 8,357 high-school juniors and seniors pursuing paid, on-the-job training in fields, including manufacturing, health, science, agriculture and more. This record number represents 30% more youth apprentices than the 2021-2022 school year.
"With record low unemployment at 2.5% and a record number of jobs, Wisconsin employers are seeking new ways to connect with high-skill employees," said DWD Secretary-designee Amy Pechacek. "Youth Apprenticeship is one way for employers to find talent, and the program's record numbers show that it's a connector for employers and job seekers alike. Youth apprentices truly are the next generation of our workforce, Wisconsin's future nurses, construction workers, marketers, manufacturers, technology innovators, and more."
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