The Next Generation of Recruitment in Brazil, Supported by Brunel

The Brazilian state requires companies to provide apprenticeship programs for young professionals to counter unemployment, crime, and increased school dropout rates.

These apprenticeships provide qualified candidates from underserved communities with technical and professional qualifications through guidance and mentorship. They connect companies with a diverse workforce that might otherwise face challenges like getting their foot in the door or being noticed in a larger pool of applicants, despite their competency.

Brunel's adherence to the Lei de Aprendiz, or "Law of Apprentices" isn't a way to check a box, but rather a reinforced upholding of our values.

The Brunel Young Apprentice Class of 2024

Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging (DIB) and our Passion for People have propelled our Young Apprentice Program into its second year. Early last month, our second cohort of apprentices began working out of our Brazilian office.

The group is comprised of young black women who will be molded, led, and trained as the future of Brazil's energy sector. In the coming 22 months, they will immerse themselves in Brazil's energy recruitment, making meaningful contributions across different departments and engaging in important projects. Already, their enthusiasm is beaming and making waves across our teams.

A Word of Gratitude to Leaders of the Program

We thank our internal team for the coordination and execution efforts provided to ensure a seamless induction of our second wave of apprentices. Without their hard work, the program would not have been able to achieve the immense success seen in our first class and allowed for a stage set this time around.

To Livia Costa and Sophia Martins of Brazil HR and Tiago Chaves, VP for South America, we appreciate your leadership and vision in bringing this initiative to life. To the wider team, including Vinicius Boselli dos Santos, Bruna Lima, Isabel Machareth, and João Felipe Cosme, your incredible contributions have made the fine details come together. We are grateful for your commitment and support.

The Young Apprenticeship Program, and others like it, are proven ways we go beyond just talking the talk. As a global recruitment agency leading the charge for innovation, we consistently strive for cultural diversity in international business we conduct to positively impact our future.

Some of What Brunel Does to Make a Difference

• Provide DEI training and guidance to employees, candidates, and clients

• Partner with diverse organizations, like Women in Mining and Avondale House

• Sponsor and participate in seminars to advocate for the needs of underrepresented communities

• Promote contractor referrals to encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for employment

Our efforts in Brazil, the Americas region, and globally, have positioned us as industry-leading DEI recruiters. We ensure all partnerships we forge promote a more inclusive, diverse, and equitable future for all professionals and improve company culture. It's part of our ESG commitment. 

We are a workforce and recruitment solutions agency with proven expertise in the energy sector in Brazil. The business relations we've nurtured allow us to provide exceptional contract, direct-hire, and RPO services throughout the Western Hemisphere and beyond. From global mobility, to DEI guidance, to executive recruitment, and more, we have the support you need.

Stay tuned to our blog, LinkedIn, & Instagram to see how the Young Apprentices make an impact on our team and develop their professional prowess.

If you are an organization looking for guidance on building a more inclusive workforce, connect with our teams in the Americas to get started.