NEWPORT NEWS, Va. - HII, America’s largest military shipbuilder and provider of all-domain defense solutions, is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week from Nov. 13-19.
It is an opportunity to highlight the success and value of apprenticeships in supporting economic growth and access to high-quality jobs.
Apprenticeships are offered at each of HII’s three business divisions: Ingalls Shipbuilding, Mission Technologies and Newport News Shipbuilding.
Apprenticeships are the "foundation in our workforce development strategy and are significant to beginning a rewarding career within HII,” said Edmond Hughes, HII executive VP and chief human resources officer.
At Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, Miss., the Apprentice School has produced almost 4,000 graduates since its inception in 1952.
Enrollment for the program is competitive and involves a comprehensive two- to four-year curriculum for students interested in shipbuilding careers.
Apprentices earn competitive wages and receive a comprehensive benefit package upon entering the program. This allows apprentices to receive an education, build work ethic and gain experience through classes and on-the-job training.
Across the company, HII invests more than $110M annually in workforce development, education and training initiatives that include academic partnerships with two- and four-year colleges and universities, as well as science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) investments in elementary, middle and high schools.
(HII 11/13/23) HII Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week - HII
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