<![CDATA[Entrepreneurial interest among adolescents is an important factor in fostering young entrepreneurs. However, many adolescents still have limited practical experience and confidence to start a business. This study aimed to analyze the effect of local rattan handicraft training on the entrepreneurial interest of adolescents in Rumbai District, Pekanbaru City. The study employed a quantitative approach using a quasi-experimental method with a one-group pretest–posttest design. The sample consisted of 30 adolescents aged 15–24 years selected through total sampling. Data were collected using a Likert-scale questionnaire measuring entrepreneurial interest before and after the training. The instrument was tested for validity and reliability, while data analysis included descriptive statistics, the Shapiro–Wilk normality test, paired sample t-test, and simple linear regression. The results showed that the average entrepreneurial interest score increased from 80.56 before the training to 105.26 after the training, with a mean increase of 24.70 points. The paired sample t-test indicated a significant difference between pretest and posttest scores (p < 0.001). Furthermore, simple linear regression analysis revealed that the quality of local rattan handicraft training had a positive and significant effect on entrepreneurial interest (β = 1.009; p < 0.001). These findings indicate that practice-based training utilizing local economic potential effectively enhances adolescents' entrepreneurial interest. Therefore, local rattan handicraft training can serve as an alternative strategy to empower adolescents by improving their entrepreneurial skills, self-confidence, and readiness to establish independent businesses.]]>
