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Mobility of apprentices and trainees across the EU: case study of the chemical industry

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Despite the removal of most barriers to movement, the proportion of apprentices and non‐graduate trainees undertaking a placement abroad remains small. The paper investigates the reasons for this and explores the benefits of mobility. One major barrier is identified in the cost of mobility programmes, combined with skepticism about the benefits to non‐graduate trainees. Some Mobility schemes were found to involve graduates and senior employees rather than non‐graduate trainees and apprentices. The broader perspective gained through mobility was seen as of limited relevance to non‐graduates and it was assumed that they would not be interested. However, where mobility was practiced for apprentices and trainees, this wider experience was found to be a valuable addition to training, resulting in an appreciation of alternative ways of working and different organisational cultures.

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  • Dr Heather Rolfe, 2007. "Mobility of apprentices and trainees across the EU: case study of the chemical industry," National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR) Discussion Papers 298, National Institute of Economic and Social Research.
    • Handle: RePEc:nsr:niesrd:298
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