Actually, Ned is dead on. Siemens Canada has started their own take on the German model by recruiting 2nd and 3rd year Engineering & Technology students and bringing them in on their work terms to learn the Siemens technology and way do doing things. This way, when they graduate, they are fully "Job-ready". A great way to get the best talent early and hire candidates that can contribute on their first day at work.It's an investment that smart companies are doing and you don't have to be a multi-national to do it. Simply by offering Co-Ops or summer employment, you are field testing potential candidates and ensuring students have the job experience to complement what they are learning in school. Siemens also went a step further and rewards students who commit to coming back by paying for their tuition and books in Year 3 and 4 at University/College. New "Apprenticeships/Internships" are not only for the trades. The model can be applied to any job/profession.