Philly Shipyard, Inc. Apprentice Program Informational Session

Sign up to attend our informational session and get to know the ins and outs of our apprentice program.

This free event takes place Wed Feb. 1, 2023, from 5 pm-7 pm

Together, we will discuss the following...

• Program Structure & Timeline
• Wages
• Certifications
• Curriculum
• Application Process

The initial session will be followed by a Q&A & shipyard tour

It is a great day to become an apprentice at Philly Shipyard, Inc. (PSI)

• Immerse yourself in hands-on training (avg. 16-20 apprentices per cohort)
• Trusted by more than 450 former apprentices
• Earn your American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) certifications
• Contribute to the success of our National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV) project

Applicant Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must provide two letters of recommendation
• Must submit a copy of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Must take the Philly Shipyard Mechanical Aptitude Test
• A $60 Money Order is required to sit for the Mechanical Aptitude Test (payment is due during test registration)

Apprentice Program History

In 2004, Philly Shipyard, Inc. (PSI) established an apprenticeship program to develop the next generation of shipyard skilled workers and leaders. This three year time based competency program takes candidates with little or no experience and trains them to be multi-skilled employees that can perform successfully in a competitive market and participate in the future success of Philly Shipyard.

The program consists of classroom training plus time performing the duties of their trade, for example through scheduled job rotations. Classroom training includes both lessons in a classroom setting and an independent learning environment. The program is accredited by the State of Pennsylvania and 100% of the cost of related instruction is paid for by PSI.

About Philly Shipyard

Philly Shipyard, Inc. (PSI) is a leading U.S. shipbuilder that is presently pursuing a mix of commercial and government work. It possesses a state-of-the-art shipbuilding facility and has earned a reputation as a preferred provider of oceangoing merchant vessels with a track record of delivering quality ships, having delivered around 50% of all large ocean-going Jones Act commercial ships since 2000. PSI is the sole operating subsidiary of Philly Shipyard ASA. Philly Shipyard ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (XOAX: PHLY) and is majority-owned by Aker Capital AS, which in turn is wholly-owned by Aker ASA (Aker). Aker is an industrial investment company that exercises active ownership to create value. Aker has ownership interests in oil and gas, renewable energy and green technologies, maritime assets, marine biotechnology, and industrial software, and its portfolio includes companies like Aker BP, Aker Horizons, Aker BioMarine, Cognite, and Aker Solution.

For more information about Philly Shipyard and our apprentice program, please visit www.phillyshipyard.com/jobs/apprentice-program/