18/06/2026
Over the years, one thing has become increasingly clear to us.
Many auto repair shops tell me they have trouble finding qualified technicians, yet few of them actively invest in their training.
The industry is stuck in a vicious cycle of competing for the same experienced employees. One company hires an employee from another, salaries rise, counteroffers are made, and six months later, the same position opens up somewhere else.
We understand why this happens. Hiring someone with experience seems like the quickest solution.
However, in our experience, companies that think long-term often achieve better results.
Experienced employees are essential, but it’s also worth investing in young talent who will stay with us for the long haul.
Thanks to government reforms in the funding of vocational internships, companies have the opportunity to build their own talent pool instead of relying solely on the open market.
Read more about funding in this article: https://meenz.co.uk/blog/how-to-take-on-an-apprentice-in-2026-apprenticeship-funding-talent-development-and-hiring-apprentices/
You’ll also find:
✔ Why hiring interns can improve employee retention
✔ How internship funding will work in 2026
✔ What hiring an intern actually entails
✔ A comparison of the actual costs of hiring interns versus experienced employees
✔ Why internal talent development can strengthen your company’s future
How is your business addressing the skills gap today - through recruitment, apprenticeships, or a combination of both?
