ATDM’s Submarine Manufacturing Apprenticeship

Are you a hands-on person? Want to be part of protecting our great nation? Want to learn welding, machining, and manufacturing? Interested in being trained in the skills needed to repair, upfit, and build submarines for free?  Check out ATDM’s Submarine Manufacturing Apprenticeship. Got a diploma? You’ve got options!

NAME: ATDM’s Submarine Manufacturing Apprenticeship

WHAT: Learn welding, machining & manufacturing skills necessary to repair, upfit, and build submarines.

WHERE:  Training program located in Danville, Virginia.

PROGRAM/CLASSES: Classes/certifications in Additive Manufacturing, CNC Machining, Non-destructive Testing (NDT), Quality Control Inspection/Metrology and Welding.

TIME COMMITMENT:  Apprenticeship program typically takes 4 months.

COST:  Currently, tuition, housing and transportation are provided for students. Participants are responsible for food, medical care, and other expenses during their four months in the program.

REQUIREMENTS:  High school diploma. 18 years old or older. U.S. Citizen. Pass a drug test. Email & internet access. Be willing to relocate for the training.

FOR MORE INFO: Click HERE and HERE.

NOTE: The ATDM staff will offer job placement assistance with companies in the defense manufacturing community following completion of the training. During the duration of coursework, the staff will assist with recommendations on potential DIB/SIB employers, which companies are hiring in a specific skill area, and where those facilities are located. They will also assist with resume and interview preparation, and sponsor industry visits to the school’s facilities.

“ A truly successful army is one that, because of its strength and ability and dedication, will not be called upon to fight, for no one will dare to provoke it.”— Ronald Reagan

Maritime Apprentice Program

Do you want to do hands-on work? Love the feel of the wind and the water? Interested in a career out at sea? Want to be part of a free apprenticeship for a fulfilling maritime career? The Maritime Apprentice Program may be for you! Got a diploma? You’ve got options!

NAME: Maritime Apprentice Program

WHAT: Learn the necessary training to work aboard U.S. Merchant Vessels.

WHERE:  Piney Point, MD 20674

PROGRAM/CLASSES: Vocational training to become an AB (Able Seaman), FOWT (Fireman, Oiler, Watertender) or Chief Cook; approximately 2+ years of training, many parts of this training program are spent out at sea. When all training sessions are completed, students are guaranteed a first-rated job aboard a ship.

TIME COMMITMENT:  2 + years

COST: Free Tuition, room & board!

REQUIREMENTS:  18 yrs old and older. No experience necessary. All applicants will have to successfully pass an SIU Physical and Drug test. You will also need a valid U.S. Passport. 

FOR MORE INFO: Click HERE and HERE.

NOTE:  Culinary training provided in this program can prepare students for work in professional restaurants of fine cuisine.

“My soul is full of longing for the secrets of the sea, and the heart of the great ocean sends a thrilling pulse through me.” – Henry Wadsworth Longfellow