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Seven Graduating High School Interns Sign Offer Letters from Advanced Technology ServicesPEORIA, Ill., May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Advanced Technology Services, Inc. (ATS) is pleased to announce its first signing day ceremony for graduating high school interns committing to full-time positions at ATS was a resounding success. On May 7, seven high school students who completed an ATS internship during the 2023-2024 school year formally accepted employment at the company, including three joining as test technicians and four as maintenance associates. ATS plans to expand the program in the coming years. This inaugural event was made possible through collaborative efforts between ATS's team, support from forward-thinking leaders at Metamora Township High School, and the dedicated students participating in the school's work-based learning program. The academic partnership, one of several cultivated by ATS, strives to address the industrial labor shortage and skills gap by nurturing the next generation of skilled workers in manufacturing. The importance of such initiatives is underscored by a recent study by McKinsey & Company, which identified significant challenges in the skilled trades, such as limited exposure, support, and a perceived stigma compared to traditional four-year degrees. The reality is that modern manufacturers are integrating innovative technologies like artificial intelligence and robotics to automate routine, hazardous, and physically demanding tasks, empowering workers to focus on higher-value responsibilities and creating many new and exciting career opportunities within the field. "We'd like to thank the high school faculty for their exceptional assistance and collaboration which has been critical to the success of ATS's work-based learning initiative," said Jayson Algas, Senior Recruiter at ATS. "We have hope that these efforts will help close our nation's skilled trades gap and enhance awareness of the many exciting career opportunities in manufacturing." "As full-time employees, these talented graduates will gain access to further upskilling and career advancement opportunities, including eligibility for offerings such as ATS's tuition reimbursement program," added Algas. About ATS's Internship Program: About Advanced Technology Services: PRESS CONTACT: View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/seven-graduating-high-school-interns-sign-offer-letters-from-advanced-technology-services-302139251.html SOURCE Advanced Technology Services, Inc. (ATS) |