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Jane Swift discusses the importance of work-based learning and experience in achieving career success.

On this episode of Career Education Report, former Massachusetts Governor and current Education at Work CEO Jane Swift joins host Jason Altmire to explain why experience has become the real gatekeeper to career success. She outlines why internships, work-based learning, and competency-based models are increasingly essential as degrees alone no longer guarantee workforce readiness. She also discusses how AI is reshaping mid-skill careers and elevating the importance of communication, adaptability, and problem-solving. To learn more about Career Education Colleges & Universities, visit our website .

People in this episode

Host: Jason Altmire

Guest: Jane Swift

Topics covered

• work-based learning
• career success
• internships
• AI in careers
• competency-based models

Keywords

• work-based learning
• internships
• career readiness
• AI
• competency-based models

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Education at Work, Career Education Colleges and Universities

Places: Massachusetts

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