The U.S. has this, many Highschools have trade programs. You're still "technically" in school you spend your Junior and Senior year at a trade school and often

The U.S. has this, many Highschools have trade programs. You're still "technically" in school you spend your Junior and Senior year at a trade school and often working / making money. Unfortunately, this is only true for places with trade schools nearby. I grew up outside of Chicago and every school had this option.