I'm a parent of an applicant to the USMMA. We have a long history of military experience in our family to include air transportation but have less knowledge of movement on the water. What's the best way to research the Maritime industry to learn about the various career options (non-military) that might follow graduation? Is it possible to actually tour civilian ships associated with the Academy and hear first hand what it's really like to work in this industry? I assume it may be next to impossible right now because of the COVID shutdown, but we live in the northeast and thought it might be worth a try (Bayonne/Philly areas). I did ask the Alumni office if they could connect us with such folks, maybe alums themselves, but there doesn't seem to be this type of tool in place for applicants and their families. I have to wonder, how's an applicant supposed to know that he/she wants to work in this industry if they've never had exposure to the vessels/workers and what this sort of career choice may bring?
Appreciate any feedback.
Appreciate any feedback.
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