Alaska Youth Apprenticeship Week is an event aimed at increasing awareness of apprenticeship opportunities for young people in Alaska. Governor Mike Dunleavy has announced that this event will occur from May 5 to May 11, 2024. It seeks to involve young people, educators, parents, state agencies, workforce partners, and industries in understanding the advantages of apprenticeships as paths to successful careers.
The week serves as a platform for stakeholders such as apprenticeship sponsors, career and technical education programs, employers, labor unions, and workforce agencies. These groups are encouraged to demonstrate the benefits and effectiveness of youth apprenticeship programs. These programs are important because they allow apprentices to earn while they learn, leading to quality, well-paying careers.
Youth apprenticeship programs are noted for providing job opportunities that foster economic and personal growth. They are advantageous for young individuals by offering significant career progression opportunities and also benefit the local economy by developing a skilled workforce…