AutoRaise has formed a new strategic partnership with education charity Future First to encourage more young people into the automotive industry.
The partnership will offer state school and college students exclusive insights into the sector, with automotive employees recording videos, writing blogs and attending workshops to offer advice and discuss potential career paths.
Further, AutoRaise will guide those interested in joining the industry and connect them with businesses.
Steve Thompson, AutoRaise Vice-Chair said, “For me it is quite simple, we need to break the barriers in the industry by getting in front of young people. This partnership with Future First will ensure we capture our future talent and hopefully inspire them to join this great industry when they leave school.”
Lorraine Langham, Future First CEO, added, “Being connected to organisations such as AutoRaise, and employees across their member businesses, often opens up a whole new world of opportunity for students from all backgrounds. Many may never have considered a career in vehicle repair, and may not appreciate the progression opportunities that exist in the sector. The chance to meet and learn from someone who has gone on to succeed in the sector could inspire them to follow a similar path.”
