Evidence Scan of Work Experience Programs
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Published in 2010 | Download [PDF] 1.51 MB
Mathematica and REDF present evidence on the effectiveness of interventions that include work experience as a strategy to improve employment outcomes for populations with barriers to employment. REDF commissioned this work asking Mathematica to screen studies using stringent impact and evidence standards. The study reviewed 26 years of rigorous research, gathering information from 27 evaluations. Key findings distinguish results between adults vs. youth, paid vs. unpaid work, and length of work opportunity. Evidence suggests that work experience of six months to one year—whether paid or unpaid—is a vital component to improving outcomes for adults.
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