There are more and more apprenticeships in the United States. Of course, this has to do more with EU companies that import the practice into their U.S. operations than with the reality show from the NBC television network. The former host of this show is now living in the White House.
Apprenticeships
A traditional apprenticeship is far more than a summer or semester internship that Americans are known for practicing. They involve a service period of up to two years. Plus, there is training, usually for a college degree. Apprenticeships come with a lot of corporate support. It includes placements across companies and mentor partnerships.
Also, they are always paid. Real apprenticeships never ask someone to work for free, even in exchange for training.
Companies such as Accenture, Walgreens, and Zurich Insurance Group are ramping up their programs. However, apprenticeships are not a new thing to the United States.
About 80% of registered apprenticeships in America occur in skilled trades. These industries include metal work, electrical work, and plumbing. However, there are only about 500,000 apprenticeships that fall into this category. They represent a very small amount of U.S. workers.
