After adding artificial intelligence into the mix, many families are seeking alternatives to college like trade schools or apprenticeships—with some 70% of teenagers reporting their parents now support such a shift.
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Preston Fore,
Fortune,
10 Apr. 2026
Electricians, plumbers, welders, HVAC specialists, mechanics and culinary professionals can earn strong incomes through certifications and apprenticeships that are practical and far less financially punishing.
Race discrimination in allocation of scholarships and internships has been a significant problem.
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Alison Somin,
Oc Register,
10 Apr. 2026
Today, more students than ever are showing up — or quickly filling their resumes — with research publications, non-profit leadership roles, competitive sports, side projects, startup experience, and corporate internships.
High school students will have access to a catalog of internships, externships and volunteer opportunities statewide.
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Hope Moses,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2026
The Impact Fellowships program supports doctoral students doing summer externships with public-interest companies working in criminal justice reform, climate change, public health, and similar arenas.
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