Gen Z
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UK youth shun degrees for skilled trades amid AI job fears.
Despite graduates earning £11,500 more annually than non-graduates, a surprising 37% of UK Gen Z workers with degrees are shifting to blue-collar and skilled trade jobs.
AI Automation's Impact on Skilled Trades Training 2026 Is Not What You Think
Gen Z is increasingly turning to trade schools to future-proof their careers against AI, a trend reported by The New York Times .
Gen Z eyes skilled trades: 55% consider careers for high pay
Logan Bangert, a Gen Z worker, earns $80,000 to $90,000 a year repairing wind turbine blades, a salary many college graduates struggle to achieve, according to 아시아경제 .
Gen Z professionals prioritize steady growth over quick promotions
A striking 74% of younger workers now report using AI in their daily jobs, a sharp increase from just last year, fundamentally shifting how they approach productivity and career development.
Gen Z Favors Trades Over College Amidst Economic Shifts
In spring 2026, enrollment in undergraduate certificate programs, commonly offered by trade schools, surged by 10.
Gen Z Trades Up: Office Jobs Fade as Skilled Careers Surge
A staggering 72% of young office workers are now considering a switch to skilled trades, signaling a profound re-evaluation of career paths among Gen Z.