U.S. Department of Labor Partners with Huntington Ingalls to Boost Maritime Workforce
The U.S. Department of Labor has formed a partnership with Huntington Ingalls Industries, a major military shipbuilder, to enhance the maritime workforce through expanded pre-apprenticeship opportunities. This initiative aims to support the Trump administration's efforts to revitalize America's industrial base. Acting Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling highlighted the dual benefits of this partnership: providing hope to young individuals in pre-apprenticeship programs and revitalizing the maritime workforce, which is crucial for domestic supply chains. The collaboration includes plans to utilize the San Diego Job Corps Center to establish a maritime-focused training site, offering career and technical education essential for shipbuilding roles. Discussions between department officials and Huntington Ingalls executives took place in San Diego, exploring workforce development opportunities across southern California, including integrating three additional Job Corps Centers to expedite the development of ski... 
