Writing in City AM, chief executive of Travelodge Guy Parsons comments that whilst over 1m 16-24 year olds are still unemployed, he believes in a simple solution. With university fees rising and continued uncertainty in the global economy, how are we going to be able to help our young people enter the workforce and begin their careers in meaningful roles? There is a simple solution companies can introduce which will not only help combat youth unemployment but will also provide real benefits for their business — a management apprenticeship programme. For decades bosses have hired the best graduate talent via the annual milk rounds and graduate programmes. But why not explore the raw talent prior to university and identify those you can train, develop and turn into future leaders? Research shows that there are clear benefits to apprenticeships across the whole economy — increased competitiveness, productivity and reduced labour turnover.
http://www.cityam.com/forum/i-m-not-waiting-graduation-find-recruits