Brownells Internship (IVCC Gunsmith Tech Program) – SPRING 2027

Brownells, Inc.; Grinnell (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Brownells, Inc. in Grinnell, IA offers a paid, rotational internship for students in the Iowa Valley Community College Gunsmith Technology Program.

The Spring 2027 internship runs January–May with about 6–10 hours per week and a pay rate of $15 per hour, providing hands-on exposure across multiple departments and real project work. You will rotate through Retail Store Operations, Distribution Centers, Firearms Support, Supply Chain, Creative Services, and Range operations, shadowing staff and

Qualifications

• Enrollment in the Iowa Valley Community College Gunsmith Technology degree program.
• Ability to complete ~70 internship hours during Spring 2027.
• Curiosity, professionalism, and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through departments to gain hands-on exposure to the firearm industry.
• Shadow staff and work on real projects contributing to business operations.
• Contribute to Retail, Distribution, Firearms Support, Supply Chain, Creative Services, and Range operations.

Skills

Curiosity

Professionalism

Willingness to learn

Education

Iowa Valley Community College Gunsmith Technology program

Job description

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Brownells Internship (IVCC Gunsmith Tech Program) – SPRING 2027

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1193

Kickstart your career in the firearm industry with real, hands-on experience.

Brownells is excited to offer a paid, rotational internship exclusively for students enrolled in the Iowa Valley Community College Gunsmith Technology Program. This internship is designed to give you practical exposure across multiple areas of our business – helping you build skills, make industry connections, and explore potential career paths.

Application deadline: Noon on Tuesday, December 1, 2026

Pay:$15.00/hour
Schedule: ~6–10 hours per week, flexible around class schedules
Location: Grinnell, Montezuma & Big Springs Shooting Complex
Semester: Spring 2027 (January–May)

What You’ll Experience

During this internship, you’ll rotate through several departments to understand how the firearm industry operates from multiple angles:

• Retail Store Operations – Customer support, product insights, hands‑on familiarity with parts & accessories
• Grinnell & Montezuma Distribution Centers – Warehousing, order fulfillment, and supply flow
• Firearms Support – Troubleshooting, answering technical questions, learning real‑world customer use cases
• Supply Chain & Wholesale Sales – How products move across the industry
• Creative Services (Photo/Video Team) – Capturing and communicating the culture of the shooting community
• Big Springs Shooting Complex – Range operations and event support

Each rotation includes job shadowing + real project work that directly contributes to how our business runs.

What You’ll Gain

• Confidence working with customers and firearm users in real‑world settings
• Exposure to compliance and ATF processes
• Experience diagnosing and discussing firearm function and product applications
• Networking opportunities with industry professionals
• Insight into career paths across retail, technical service, supply chain, and brand/content work

What You’ll Need

• Current enrollment in the Iowa Valley Community College Gunsmith Technology degree program
• Ability to complete ~70 internship hours during the Spring 2027 semester
• Curiosity, professionalism, and a willingness to learn

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This internship includes hands‑on work in retail, warehouse, range, and office environments. Tasks may involve standing, bending, and moving throughout facilities.

Physical Demands:
This is considered Medium Work.

• Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and 25 lbs frequently
• Stand and move for extended periods as needed depending on rotation setting

Health & Safety Considerations:

• Exposure to noise (range, warehouse, and retail environments)
• Ergonomic awareness required when lifting, handling parts, or performing repetitive tasks
• All interns are expected to follow established firearm safety and workplace safety procedures

Take the next step in your firearms career.

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DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. In addition, the employer may consider whether the individual applying for or holding the position is qualified. There are two steps involved in this determination. The first concerns whether the applicant or current employee satisfies the prerequisites for the position. The second step involves whether or not the person can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.