“I am helping build the ships that defend our country. That gives me a great sense of pride in what I do. When I decided to apply to The Apprentice School, all I heard about was how hard it was to get in. So when I received my acceptance, I was super excited. I knew what a great opportunity this was for me. In addition to getting into the school, I also made the wrestling team. Not a lot of people make it to the collegiate level in their sport, so for me to make it has been pretty cool.”

Brayden Chase
Sheet Metal Apprentice
One and a half years at NNS

The series features shipbuilders’ photos and their brief statements. If you or another shipbuilder you know is interested in being highlighted, email [email protected].​