New figures show that there was a rise of more than 13% in new apprenticeships in Devon last year.
7,800 young people began the increasingly popular form of work in 2012.
Employers benefit from a government grant in return for providing a job a training for a 16 to 24 year-old.
Multi-million pound construction skills drive hits Devon
£9m for providers and colleges
Burglar jailed for daylight break-ins
Cash and jewellery stolen
Boardmasters launch main stage competition
Could you be playing?
Plymouth labour MP refuses to resign
Pollard puts national security first
Devon women cycles 250 miles for Shelterbox
Serial fundraiser pedals on
Reform leader stays quiet over suspension of new councillor
Ricketts awaits investigation
