Newport News Shipbuilding and The NNS Apprentice School participated in the New Horizons Regional Education Centers’ Good Life Solution Program’s Career Selection Day May 11 with graduating high school seniors from local school divisions.

A total of 32 students accepted employment offers from NNS – 20 who will begin full-time trade positions and 12 who will first attend NNS’ Apprentice School.

The Good Life Solution Program is a collection of partnerships between New Horizons and local employers looking to improve the way they recruit, hire, train and retain entry-level new hires out of high school. The program has a one-year retention rate of 80%.

“Each year, this program grows and is a clear demonstration that there is more than one path to success,” said Xavier Beale, vice president of Human Resources and Trades, who attended the event. “I’m honored to welcome these students into our shipbuilding family as they embark upon a remarkable journey. They will continue to develop their talents and grow their careers with us – all while serving our nation and building freedom.”

To learn more about the Good Life Solution Program, visit nhrec.org/gls.