Robert Lerman on the Role of Apprenticeships in the American Economy

Hardly Working with Brent Orrell

Robert Lerman is a research fellow at the Urban Institute and the co-founder of Apprenticeships for America, where he is dedicated to expanding opportunities for lifelong learning and ensuring that apprenticeships are a cornerstone of America’s educational landscape. Through his prolific research and advocacy, we examine the role of apprenticeships in our economy, successful policy examples in Europe, and the impact of AI and technological changes.

Mentioned in the episode:

Apprenticeships for America

Skills-Based Hiring

National Apprenticeship Resource Hub

The Harold W. McGraw, Jr. 2024 Prize in Education