The ghosting. The searching. Questioning if the job post is even real.

I’m over it. Are you over it?

UGH. Its the mood that I’ve been feeling lately and probably you too if your reading this.

So, lets figure it out together, I’ve been searching for work for sometime now and why not share what I’m finding and learning?

Resources Of The Week

When I find legit sites, companies, or jobs. I’ll send them your way.

Our website of the week is Build Submarines.

Submarine fleets are being built and they need skilled workers to make it happen. From clean blasting to logistics, welding to inspection, the maritime industry is hiring across all experience levels and around the world. Whether you're pivoting careers or just starting out, there's a place for you in this high-impact sector.

What I love most? The Career Paths tab. It breaks down clear, detailed routes into the industry from entry-level to advanced roles. And building submarines isn’t just for engineers. They’re hiring across the board: logistics, safety, inspection, fabrication, and more.

Below are a few standout roles from Build Submarines, along with a few extras I’ve handpicked from beyond the platform.

US Jobs:

🚀 Howmet Aerospace Co-Op - Manufacturing Engineering (Summer 2026): Location - Barberton or Cleveland, OH. Salary - Unknown. (3 rotations over an 18-month period (Spring/Fall duration of 15 weeks, Summer - 11 weeks)

🚀 Howmet Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer - Entry Level, Continuous Improvement: Location - Morristown, TN. Salary - Unknown.

⚙ ATDM Precision Manufacturing Technician- CNC Machining - 2nd Shift & 3rd Shift: Location - The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research - Danville, VA (On-Site). Salary - $57,000 - $59,000. Experience - High school diploma and Precision Machining Technology Diploma (or equivalent).

US Apprenticeships:

🚢 Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM): Location - Danville, Virginia (On-Site). Salary - Unpaid, but offers a scholarship that covers housing expenses and transportation to and from transportation to and from classes can be arranged . Experience - 0 experience needed and guaranteed job with program partners.

🧰 Stanley Black & Decker Davenport Mechanic Apprentice: Location - Danbury, CT, (Part Time). Salary - Unknown. Experience - Currently enrolled in Precision Machining Program at CT Tech school.

International Jobs:

🔩 Rheinmetall CNC Operator (Turning Technology): Location - Telford Shropshire, UK. Salary - Unknown. Experience - Extensive experience as a CNC-Operator.

📄 Rheinmetall Quality Assurance Officer: Location - Brisbane, Australia. Salary - Unknown. Close Date - Nov 8th. (Must hold Australian Citizenship).

🚗 Rolls Royce Product Integration - 2-year Graduate Programme: Location - Goodwood, UK. Salary - £35,000 p/a, increasing to £37,000 p/a in year 2. Experience - completed or currently completing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering. Close Date - Oct 31st. (Check their website for more graduate programs and internships.)

Sometimes when I’m searching for jobs, I find events, news, interesting companies or people. These are the extra bits.

📰 Extras I’ve Found This Week:

📬 Reply and share your favorite companies, any upcoming events, or news. I’d love to feature them next!

Let’s keep building together. Good luck with the search this week!