Welding Intern with Security Clearance

KIHOMAC; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

KIHOMAC in Layton, UT is seeking a part-time intern to assist the welding department with administrative duties and to learn TIG welding processes on stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium components. You will shadow senior staff, maintain 5S standards, and support documentation efforts.

Applicants should be enrolled in a welding or manufacturing program, have a high school diploma, and possess strong written communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Active enrollment in a welding technology or related manufacturing program.
• 0+ years of professional experience; internship-ready.
• Strong written communication and document organization.
• Must be a US citizen; ability to obtain security clearance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with department administrative duties to support welding operations.
• Learn and support TIG welding processes on stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium components.
• Inspect welded components for conformity using gauges and basic tools.
• Maintain 5S in work areas and assist with documentation.
• Shadow senior welders and engineers to understand aerospace manufacturing requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Writing & editing

MS Word proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Active enrollment in welding/manufacturing program

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Description * Assist with department administrative duties as necessary to learn about the work being performed, and to contribute to completion of department workload

• Assist welders with preparation of parts, fixtures, and tooling for aerospace welding operations * Learn and support TIG welding processes on stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium components (under supervision) * Perform basic welds, tacks, and joint preparation according to engineering drawings and work instructions * Inspect welded components for conformity using gauges, visual criteria, and basic measurement tools * Help maintain welding equipment, organize consumables, and ensure work areas meet 5S standards * Support creation or updating of weld documentation, including process sheets, travelers, and quality logs * Shadow senior welders and engineers to understand aerospace manufacturing requirements, such as NADCAP, AWS, or AS9100 procedures * Collaborate with manufacturing teams to identify opportunities for process improvement * Follow all safety protocols, PPE requirements, and shop best practices


• Other duties as assigned Requirements Education/Training: * High School diploma or equivalent required * Must be actively enrolled in a post-high school educational program in welding technology or related manufacturing field of study Experience: * 0+ years of professional experience in the required task area * Must have a basic understanding of written communication, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and document organization


• Strong attention to detail, organization, and written and verbal communication skills required


• Basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and professional writing conventions required


• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word; familiarity with Track Changes, comments, and document formatting preferred * Familiarity with Microsoft PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat preferred


• Ability to review written material for consistency, clarity, formatting, and grammatical accuracy required


• Ability and willingness to learn new software, processes, and document standards required Security: * Must be a US citizen


• Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required


• Must have a basic understanding of work to be performed


• Interns will work 15 - 25 hours per week; summer interns will typically work 40 hours


• Must be willing to accept direction from, and interact professionally with supervisor and co-workers


• Must work with integrity and follow assigned tasks through to completion Physical Requirements: * Able to assess, install, and modify equipment, and inspect machinery


• Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controls


• Perform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements


• Prolonged periods of standing while operating machinery


• Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, etc.) for the assigned task * Able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds at a time Benefits Salary: The projected salary range for this position is $17 - $18 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.