Hiring Under 18: Lessons From a Shop That Does It Right

Beyond the Wrench

Beyond the Wrench
Hiring Under 18: Lessons From a Shop That Does It Right
Oct 15, 2025
Jay Goninen

John Perez, Sr. Director of Talent Acquisition at Sonic Automotive, shares how they built a junior apprenticeship program for students under 18. From earning executive buy-in to keeping kids safe in the shop, John breaks down how they’re developing the next generation of technicians by starting earlier than most.

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