The first Youth Apprenticeship Week took place May 5-11, 2024.
Building off the success of National Apprenticeship Week, Youth Apprenticeship Week (YAW) is a nationwide celebration that highlights the benefits and value of Registered Apprenticeship program opportunities for youth, ages 16–24. Employers, educators, labor unions, workforce professionals, and their partners across the country are launching Registered Apprenticeship programs that allow youth to earn competitive wages while obtaining the relevant training and experience to start their careers, often including the opportunity to earn college credit. YAW is an opportunity for these stakeholders and others to host events across the country to bring awareness of these life-changing Registered Apprenticeship career opportunities for youth and how they create a sustainable pipeline of skilled and diverse talent for the jobs of today and tomorrow for critical industries.
The 2024 Youth Apprenticeship Week celebrated the following daily themes:
- Monday: “Parents and Guardians are a Priority” in Registered Apprenticeship
- Tuesday: Youth Apprenticeships: Building Awareness, Myth Busting, Partnering with Educational Providers, and Creating Pathways through Pre-Apprenticeship.
- Wednesday: Expanding Youth Apprenticeship Opportunities for Underserved Populations
- Thursday: National Youth Apprenticeship Signing Day
- Friday: Federal Partners Day and Call to Action
Events and Proclamations
Refence the map below to review events and proclamations issued by our partners at the local, state, or federal level for YAW 2024.
See Registered Apprenticeship Programs Opportunities for Youth in Action
Check out these videos of current Registered Apprenticeship programs that are providing meaningful opportunities for high school students and out of school youth.
Apprenticeship Can Give You the Confidence Necessary for Work and School
Learn how Anahel was able to achieve her goals through Registered Apprenticeship.
Helping His Grandmother Led to an HVAC Career
Learn how Braden's love for helping his grandmother tuned into an HVAC Career.
CareerWise Apprentice Stories
Hear about why apprentices chose an Registered Apprenticeship in high school.
Modern Youth Apprenticeship | JPMorgan Chase and Accenture
Learn how Registered Apprenticeship provides opportunities for underprivileged youth.
Dell Apprenticeships
Learn how Registered Apprenticeships at Dell in Oklahoma City helps youth apprentices gain life skills and grow their careers.
Goodwill Apprentice Skills Transition Throughout Retail Industry
Learn how the Goodwill Industries Registered Apprenticeship program helped Eric Dixon launch his career while still earning a salary.
Healthcare Pathways in Highline School District
Students are getting career and college experience through in various healthcare professions through the Seattle Youth Apprenticeship program.
Youth Apprenticeship in Denver Public Schools
Discover how this Colorado school district co-created an innovation space to bring apprenticeship and work-based learning to their study body and community.
Charlotte Youth Apprenticeship
Hear from high school students, mentors, teachers, and employers in North Carolina about the benefits of hands-on learning and youth apprenticeship.
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Middle and High School Apprenticeship Information
Youth, Teachers, Parents, and Guidance Counselors, click here to learn more about Youth Apprenticeship for Middle and High School Students
The Roles That Colleges and Universities Play in Apprenticeship
Community Colleges and 4-Yr Institutions, click here to learn more about the roles Colleges and Universities can play in RA