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Six Manufacturers That Do Apprenticeships Right

Dec. 2, 2015

A look at manufacturers who take apprenticeships seriously--and reap the benefits.

If the word "apprenticeship" has a nostalgic ring to it, maybe it's because high school vocational programs aren't what they used to be, and in-house training programs are a casualty of consolidation and cost-cutting. But at these manufacturers, apprenticeships are an important part of the culture. They see the value of investing substantial money and time teaching specialized skills to smart, hard-working people who are eager to learn, and eager to make a good living.

About the Author

Laura Putre | Senior Editor, IndustryWeek

As senior editor, Laura Putre works with IndustryWeek's editorial contributors and reports on leadership and the automotive industry as they relate to manufacturing. She joined IndustryWeek in 2015 as a staff writer covering workforce issues.

Prior to IndustryWeek, Laura reported on the healthcare industry and covered local news. She was the editor of the Chicago Journal and a staff writer for Cleveland Scene. Her national bylines include The Guardian, Slate, Pacific-Standard and The Root.

Laura was a National Press Foundation fellow in 2022.

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