Naval Shipyard Institute offers a paid trade skill training program beginning at Maine Maritime Academy in June 2027, followed by 8 weeks of intensive theory in Portsmouth, NH. Trainees earn $20 per hour with food and housing provided during MMA training. Cohort start is June 28, 2027 and graduates on October 1, 2027. After training, individuals may qualify for entry-level roles with defense contractors and pursue apprenticeship paths. #J-18808-Ljbffr