‘Toolbelt generation’: Gen Z workforce is leaning toward trade school

 

Generation Z is being dubbed the “toolbelt generation” as more graduates opt to enroll in trade schools rather than follow a typical high-school-to-college path.

Nearly half, 42%, of Gen Zers are currently working in or pursuing a blue-collar or skilled trade job, according to data from Resume Builder.

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Of those choosing to train, 30% said trade jobs offer better long-term prospects, while 19% said they were unable find a job in their original field.

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