Advancement in the apprenticeship wage schedule is based on shop grades, academic grades, attendance and length of time in training. Apprentices are paid for all work, including time spent in academic classes. Premium pay is given for all overtime. Additional benefits currently available to apprentices include paid vacations, paid holidays, pension plan, medical plans, life insurance, workers' compensation, unemployment insurance, and Social Security benefits.

Rate Schedule for Apprentices

Wage Schedules for Dimensional Control Technician, Marine Designer, and Production Planner Apprenticeship Programs

Newport News offers excellent benefits. Our apprentices currently receive the following key benefits:

• Financial and Retirement
  • 401(k) Savings Plan (Matching)
  • Pension Benefits
• Health and Life
  • Medical Coverage
  • Sickness and Accident (Weekly Disability)
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Legal Plan
• Family and Work/Life
  • Paid Annual Leave
  • Holidays
• Education and Training
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Night School Program