Social media behind deluge of navy applications

The naval service’s use of social networking is one of the reasons cited for a deluge of applications for vacancies.

Social media behind deluge of navy applications

According to sources in the Defence Forces, nearly 1,600 people have applied for 120 posts up for grabs.

Meanwhile, interest is also high for the 14 officer cadet vacancies which are also being advertised. Nearly 200 people have applied for those posts and the closing date is midnight on May 13.

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