More Gen Zers are opting for blue-collar jobs instead of college

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Gen Zers are turning to blue-collar jobs right out of high school, instead of racking up tens of thousands of dollars in college loans.SAN ANTONIO — More Gen Zers are turning to trade skill jobs as opposed to attending a higher university after high school.

At Sam Houston High School many students are participating in the construction apprenticeship program where they can go straight into the workforce after graduation. "AI is something that could take over or potentially take over so many jobs. Finding trade industries like hands on where it's construction and welding and agriculture. Those industries where AI may not be able to take over," she said.

 

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