Finding a job after graduating from college can feel like an uphill battle, especially when employers often ask for at least two years of experience. So how can students be work-ready on day one when it’s only their first day?
That’s where OC Pathways steps in — an OCDE-led initiative dedicated to expanding career pathway opportunities for students in Orange County. One way it delivers on that mission is through its Youth Registered Apprenticeship Program, which provides students with paid, real-world experience while still in school. The program targets career fields such as education, business and others that wouldn’t typically offer apprenticeship or internship opportunities.