Waitlisted for Enrollment: Gen Z Is Eager to Take Up the Call to the Skilled Trades, but Faces Barriers, According to Newly Released Survey from DEWALT®
DEWALT released a survey revealing Gen Z's commitment to skilled trades careers, with 68% fully committed despite facing significant barriers. The study shows that 52% of students were waitlisted for technical programs, highlighting access challenges. Once enrolled, students actively engage in internships (55%), mentorship (47%), and real work experience (46%).
The survey found that 80% of students were introduced to trades careers by age 15, with 77% feeling optimistic about their career choice. While 84% believe they'll be hired post-graduation, concerns include training costs (43%), networking opportunities (39%), and equipment access (33%). Notably, work-life balance (85%) and having a caring boss (79%) are important for retention, with one-third willing to leave if expectations aren't met.
DEWALT ha pubblicato un sondaggio che rivela l'impegno della Gen Z nelle carriere nei mestieri specializzati, con il 68% completamente dedicato nonostante affronti barriere significative. Lo studio mostra che il 52% degli studenti è stato messo in lista d'attesa per programmi tecnici, evidenziando le difficoltà di accesso. Una volta iscritti, gli studenti partecipano attivamente a tirocini (55%), mentorship (47%) e esperienza lavorativa reale (46%).
Il sondaggio ha rivelato che l'80% degli studenti è stato introdotto alle carriere nei mestieri entro i 15 anni, con il 77% che si sente ottimista riguardo alla propria scelta professionale. Anche se l'84% crede che verranno assunti dopo la laurea, le preoccupazioni comprendono i costi di formazione (43%), le opportunità di networking (39%) e l'accesso alle attrezzature (33%). È interessante notare che l'equilibrio tra vita professionale e privata (85%) e avere un capo premuroso (79%) sono importanti per la retention, con un terzo disposto a lasciare se le aspettative non vengono rispettate.
DEWALT lanzó una encuesta que revela el compromiso de la Generación Z con las carreras en oficios, con el 68% completamente comprometido a pesar de enfrentar importantes obstáculos. El estudio muestra que el 52% de los estudiantes fue colocado en lista de espera para programas técnicos, destacando los desafíos de acceso. Una vez inscritos, los estudiantes participan activamente en pasantías (55%), mentorías (47%) y experiencia laboral real (46%).
La encuesta encontró que el 80% de los estudiantes fue presentado a las carreras de oficios antes de los 15 años, y el 77% se siente optimista acerca de su elección profesional. Mientras que el 84% cree que será contratado después de graduarse, las preocupaciones incluyen los costos de capacitación (43%), oportunidades de networking (39%) y acceso a equipos (33%). Cabe destacar que el equilibrio entre vida y trabajo (85%) y tener un jefe comprensivo (79%) son importantes para la retención, siendo un tercio dispuesto a dejar si no se cumplen las expectativas.
DEWALT는 젠 Z(Generation Z)의 숙련 직종에 대한 헌신을 드러내는 설문조사를 발표했으며, 68%가 상당한 장벽에도 불구하고 완전히 헌신하고 있다고 밝혔습니다. 연구에 따르면 52%의 학생들이 기술 프로그램에 대기 명단에 올랐으며, 이는 접근에 대한 어려움을 강조합니다. 등록된 후, 학생들은 인턴십(55%), 멘토십(47%) 및 실제 작업 경험(46%)에 적극 참여합니다.
설문조사 결과, 80%의 학생들이 15세가 되기 전에 직업을 소개받았고, 77%는 자신이 선택한 직업에 대해 긍정적인 기분을 느끼고 있었습니다. 84%는 졸업 후 취업할 것이라고 믿고 있지만, 우려 사항으로는 교육 비용(43%), 네트워킹 기회(39%) 및 장비 접근성(33%)이 있습니다. 특히, 일과 삶의 균형 (85%)과 배려하는 상사(79%)가 유지에 중요하며, 세 명 중 한 명은 기대에 부응하지 않으면 떠날 의향이 있다고 합니다.
DEWALT a publié une enquête révélant l'engagement de la Génération Z dans les carrières liées aux métiers, avec 68% pleinement engagés malgré des obstacles significatifs. L'étude montre que 52% des étudiants étaient en liste d'attente pour des programmes techniques, mettant en évidence les défis d'accès. Une fois inscrits, les étudiants participent activement à des stages (55%), du mentorat (47%) et des expériences de travail concrètes (46%).
L'enquête a révélé que 80% des étudiants ont été introduits aux carrières dans les métiers avant l'âge de 15 ans, et 77% se sentent optimistes quant à leur choix de carrière. Bien que 84% pensent qu'ils seront embauchés après l'obtention de leur diplôme, les préoccupations comprennent les coûts de formation (43%), les opportunités de réseautage (39%) et l'accès à l'équipement (33%). Il est notable que l'équilibre entre vie professionnelle et vie privée (85%) et avoir un patron bienveillant (79%) sont importants pour la rétention, un tiers étant prêt à partir si les attentes ne sont pas respectées.
DEWALT hat eine Umfrage veröffentlicht, die das Engagement der Generation Z für Karrieren im Handwerk zeigt, wobei 68% trotz erheblicher Hürden voll engagiert sind. Die Studie zeigt, dass 52% der Schüler auf Wartelisten für technische Programme standen, was die Zugangsprobleme verdeutlicht. Nach der Einschreibung beteiligen sich die Schüler aktiv an Praktika (55%), Mentorship (47%) und praktischen Berufserfahrungen (46%).
Die Umfrage ergab, dass 80% der Schüler bis zum 15. Lebensjahr mit Handwerksberufen in Berührung kamen und 77% optimistisch in Bezug auf ihre Berufswahl sind. Während 84% glauben, dass sie nach dem Abschluss eingestellt werden, umfassen die Bedenken die Ausbildungskosten (43%), Networking-Möglichkeiten (39%) und den Zugang zu Ausrüstung (33%). Besonders wichtig für die Mitarbeiterbindung sind Work-Life-Balance (85%) und ein einfühlsamer Chef (79%), wobei ein Drittel bereit ist zu wechseln, wenn die Erwartungen nicht erfüllt werden.
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- In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week taking place this week, DEWALT surveyed pre-apprentices across the
U.S. to better understand which obstacles might stand in the way of establishing a lifelong career in the field - Access to training is a barrier for those surveyed, with more than half of respondents reporting being waitlisted for technical or vocational program enrollment
- DEWALT will host 150 high school students enrolled in trades training programs to its headquarters in
Towson , Md. to inspire and educate pre-apprentices about career opportunities in the trades - As part of its Grow The Trades initiative, a
$30 million
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DEWALT commissioned the study, Gen Z in the Skilled Trades, ahead of National Apprenticeship Week (November 17-23, 2024). The survey explored Gen Z's (those born 1997-2012) commitment to skilled trades and identified which obstacles might stand in the way of establishing a lifelong career in the field. Participants, all pre-apprentices in the
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Gen Z Is Gaining Early Exposure and is Optimistic
The survey found that
The majority of students who took the next step and enrolled in skilled trades education feel optimistic about their career choice with
Gen Z's Optimism is Validated by Employment Prospects
In addition to feeling optimistic about their career choice, students are also confident about future job opportunities. The majority of respondents (
Key Barriers: Access to Training and Workplaces That Align with Generational Values
Beyond access to training, key concerns include the cost of trade school (
Survey results also show another set of barriers awaiting the Gen Z cohort once they are in full-time positions. Gen Z's value system differs from that of Boomers and Gen X, the generations they'll encounter in many management positions. The majority of respondents, for example, rated work-life balance (
Meeting Gen Z's Expectations is Critical for Retention
While this generation is committed, one in three students say they will leave the skilled trades entirely if the industry does not meet their expectations. Among Gen Z's most critical needs to stay in the field are a positive work-life balance (
View more survey findings here bit.ly/dewaltgenz.
National Apprenticeship Week Activities
As part of its National Apprenticeship Week celebration, DEWALT is hosting an event on November 20 and 21 at DEWALT's headquarters in
The students will interact with DEWALT and industry leaders through an expert panel of tradespeople and representatives from trades education-focused non-profits, a tour of DEWALT's research and development labs with engineers building cutting edge tools and technology, and demonstrations of the latest innovation at DEWALT's national training hub, Stanley Black & Decker University. All activities aim to help young attendees learn more about career paths in the trades and the resources available to support them.
In addition, as part of its
To learn more about DEWALT's Grow The Trades initiative, 100th Anniversary, products and solutions, visit: www.DEWALT.com.
Methodology
The survey includes 225 respondents, representing students aged 14 to 18, enrolled in vocational schools (
About DEWALT
DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, celebrates 100 years in business by continuing to provide our customers with total jobsite and landscaping solutions. By applying its latest technology to the challenges of today's skilled trades, DEWALT is leading the charge for the jobsite of the future and pioneering the next generation of tools, outdoor equipment and forward-looking technologies. DEWALT products. GUARANTEED TOUGH®. For more information, visit www.dewalt.com or follow DEWALT on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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FAQ
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