{"id":944507,"date":"2026-03-14T14:33:25","date_gmt":"2026-03-14T18:33:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/hiis-ingalls-shipbuilding-celebrates-apprentice-school-graduates-2\/"},"modified":"2026-03-14T14:33:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T18:33:25","slug":"hiis-ingalls-shipbuilding-celebrates-apprentice-school-graduates-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/hiis-ingalls-shipbuilding-celebrates-apprentice-school-graduates-2\/","title":{"rendered":"HII\u2019S Ingalls Shipbuilding Celebrates Apprentice School Graduates"},"content":{"rendered":"
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PASCAGOULA, Miss., March 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HII\u2019s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division celebrated 70 apprentice school graduates during a ceremony at the shipyard today. The event honored the newest class to complete the Department of Labor-registered program, which combines classroom instruction, paid on-the-job training and industry-recognized credentials.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe future of shipbuilding depends on skilled craftsmen and women who care deeply about their work, and today\u2019s graduates should wear that responsibility with pride,\u201d said Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Blanchette. \u201cWhat they have learned is more than a trade, it is the discipline to do what\u2019s right even when no one is watching. And the timing could not be more important; Our Navy is counting on the commitment and capability they bring to the ships our nation depends on.\u201d<\/p>\n

Since its founding in 1952, the Ingalls Apprentice School has graduated more than 4,000 shipbuilders and today supports more than 750 students who contribute directly to Ingalls\u2019 operations. The school provides specialized training in 15 U.S. Department of Labor\u2013registered trades, equipping apprentices with the technical skills, strong work ethic and hands-on experience needed to advance into journeyman roles. Apprentices earn competitive wages and receive a comprehensive benefits package beginning 30 days after starting the program.<\/p>\n

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Photos accompanying this release are available at: https:\/\/hii.com\/news\/hiis-ingalls-shipbuilding-celebrates-apprentice-school-graduates-2\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Annually, Ingalls recognizes apprentices who excel in academics, craftsmanship, leadership and dedication. This year, joiner apprentice Sawyer Briggs set the standard for his class and was named Overall Apprentice of the Year.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m proud of the journey that has brought me to this point in my career at Ingalls,\u201d said Briggs. \u201cThis program prepared me with the skills and confidence needed to build the ships that support our Navy and our nation, and I take great pride in the craftsmanship we deliver every day.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ingalls Shipbuilding, the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi, has designed, built and maintained amphibious ships and destroyers for the U.S. Navy for more than 87 years. The apprentice school is widely regarded as the backbone of Ingalls\u2019 workforce, with many graduates advancing from craft roles into leadership positions and senior management throughout their careers at the shipyard.<\/p>\n

Learn more about the Ingalls Apprentice School at: www.hii.com\/careers\/ingalls-apprentice-school\/<\/a><\/p>\n

\n About HII<\/strong>\n <\/p>\n

HII is America\u2019s largest shipbuilder, delivering the world\u2019s most powerful ships and all-domain mission technologies, including unmanned systems, to U.S. and allied defense customers. HII is the largest producer of unmanned underwater vehicles for the U.S. Navy and the world.<\/p>\n

With a more than 140-year history of advancing U.S. national security, HII builds and integrates defense capabilities extending from the core fleet to C6ISR, AI\/ML, EW and synthetic training. Headquartered in Virginia, HII\u2019s workforce is 44,000 strong. For more information, visit:<\/p>\n