Regional Maritime Training System (RMTS)

With RMTS there are no tricks, just treats. Wishing you all a fun & safe Halloweekend! 🎃 ___________________________________ The Regional Maritime Training System (RMTS) was established using an $11 million (40%) Good Jobs Challenge Grant awarded by the Economic Development Administration and is supported by $12.1 million (44%) provided through BlueForge Alliance in partnership with the U.S. Department of the Navy, and $4.5 million (16%) in funding from other sources.

Trades & Triumphs has surpassed 750 downloads! 🎙️ We love sharing the stories of the people who power the thriving sector that is the maritime industry. This is just the beginning! The next episode drops next Tuesday, November 5th. In the meantime, make sure you’re caught up on our latest episodes featuring Reese Fullerton & Dr. Shonda Windham. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/efyX3XJP

The Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center is dedicated to unifying, serving, and connecting military spouses, student veterans, transitioning service members, and those who have served in the United States Military with actual helpful resources for employment, entrepreneurship, and support. To get involved & stay in the loop about their resources & events, check out https://lnkd.in/eZZRwP7y

Did you know October is Manufacturing Month?! We’re thrilled to celebrate the incredible contributions of U.S. manufacturers to the global marketplace. Manufacturing plays a critical role in the maritime industry, providing the essential materials needed for shipbuilding, maintenance, and supporting the evolving needs of the U.S. Navy’s submarine fleet transformation. Join us in celebrating the dedication, innovation, and strength of our U.S. manufacturers. They're not just building products—they're building our future!

The latest episode of Trades and Triumphs featuring Dr. Shonda Windham is now available! So far on the podcast we have featured individuals already working in the maritime industry. As the Director of College & Career Readiness at Chesapeake Public Schools, Dr. Windham offers a unique perspective on guiding students in their post-high school decisions. For some, that means pursuing college; for others, it may involve taking a gap year or turning to programs such as RMTS to help them enter the workforce in skilled trades. You won’t want to miss this one (especially if you are a parent of a high school student)! Click here to listen to Dr. Shonda Windham’s wisdom as well as our previous episodes: https://lnkd.in/efyX3XJP Stay tuned for our next episode that drops Tuesday, November 5th. _______________________ The Regional Maritime Training System, RMTS, was established using a $11 million (41%) Good Jobs Challenge Grant awarded by the Economic Development Administration and is supported by $12.1 million (46%) provided through BlueForge Alliance in partnership with the U.S. Department of the Navy, and $3.5 million (13%) in funding by other sources. The Regional Maritime Training System, led by the Hampton Roads Workforce Council is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. VA Relay 711.

Last Thursday’s hiring event at Virginia Peninsula Community College! We were thrilled to see so many motivated individuals exploring careers in the maritime industry. A big thank you to all the participants and our fantastic partners for making this event such a success, including the employers who were on-site: Colonna's Shipyard, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Mission Technologies, a division of HII, Collins Machine Works and MILLS MARINE & SHIP REPAIR LLC We’re excited to continue helping connect local talent with the companies that are shaping the future of maritime right here in Hampton Roads! We’ll see you next time!

Looking forward to the Maritime Career Festival tomorrow from 10 AM - 2 PM at The Mariners' Museum and Park! We hope to see you there!

Who’s going to the Maritime Career Festival this Saturday?! If you’re interested in an educational, interactive, and family-friendly day of fun, the festival is the perfect place to spend your Saturday. Tickets are only $1! We hope to see you there ⚓

The success of our program is proven in the stories of those who’ve been through it. Mickel’s* journey is a powerful example of how dedication and perseverance lead to triumph. Mickel’s hard work and commitment not only earned the respect of his instructors and classmates, it secured him a position with Newport New Shipbuilding. Through his own perseverance and the support of the Regional Maritime System, Mickel found personal and professional success. You can too. Learn how at https://lnkd.in/edhaKTqx *For privacy reasons we cannot share Mickel’s last name or photo

Don’t miss out an amazing opportunity to connect directly with top employers such as: Colonna's Shipyard Norfolk Naval Shipyard HII Collins Machine Works MILLS MARINE & SHIP REPAIR LLC On Thursday, October 17th at Virginia Peninsula Community College! For more information on this hiring event & to RSVP, please contact Dawn Settles at dsettles@theworkforcecouncil.org