Welding Intern: Hands-On Fabrication Training

Wells; Brighton; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Wells offers a Welding Intern role that provides hands-on experience in fabrication and welding operations in a production environment. You will assist with cutting, bending, and assembling metal components under the guidance of experienced welders, developing technical skills and safety practices as you learn welding fundamentals.

This paid internship emphasizes teamwork and a strong safety culture, with opportunities to read blueprints, interpret layouts, and operate basic fabrication

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a welding/fabrication program.
• Basic understanding of welding and fabrication processes.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints (with guidance).
• Familiarity with measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers.
• Strong willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Ability to work safely in a hands-on, physical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist welders and fabricators with fitting, aligning, and welding components.
• Support moving materials using hoists, cranes, or manual handling (under supervision).
• Help read and interpret blueprints and layout specifications.
• Perform basic welds and tack welds with guidance.
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and ensure accuracy.
• Assist with grinding, cutting, beveling, and surface preparation.
• Support setup and operation of fabrication equipment (brakes, shears, grinders, etc.).
• Help mark and prepare materials for cutting and bending.
• Assist with lifting, positioning, and aligning parts for assembly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Hands-on welding

Safety awareness

Education

Currently enrolled in welding/fabrication program

Tools

Brakes

Shears

Grinders

Job description

Wells offers a Welding Intern role that provides hands-on experience in fabrication and welding operations in a production environment. You will assist with cutting, bending, and assembling metal components under the guidance of experienced welders, developing technical skills and safety practices as you learn welding fundamentals.

This paid internship emphasizes teamwork and a strong safety culture, with opportunities to read blueprints, interpret layouts, and operate basic fabrication