Jobs of the Future
a16z Podcast
Solving the Problem of Job Accessibility and Skill Training
About 80% of well-paying jobs in the US require a college degree, leaving two-thirds of the population locked out of these opportunities. To address this, efforts are being made to train and certify people for high-demand career fields. The focus is on providing economic mobility and stability by involving employers in the training process. The training programs are designed to be online and on-demand to accommodate working Americans with unpredictable schedules. The curriculum is vetted with top employers, who also contribute content, making the training directly relevant to industry needs. This collaboration has led to the program becoming a preferred hiring credential at companies like Deloitte. By meeting the specific needs of both job seekers and employers, initiatives are creating a pathway for people to gain access to quality jobs and careers in a relatively short period of time.
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