Weld Process Intern

Airgas•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

The Weld Process Intern is a developmental role focused on building foundational expertise in Airgas-specific welding processes, applications, and technical sales methods. Working under the guidance of a Welding Process Specialist, the intern supports Airgas’s “Target Zero” safety culture while learning to apply the Airgas Advanced Fabrication Sales Methodology to help drive profitable growth and operational efficiency. The role is based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is a full-time summer 2027 opportunity, and requires travel within the territory.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in an accredited university, preferably majoring in Welding Engineering or a similar discipline.
A third- or fourth-year student is preferred.
Strong interest in and understanding of welding processes and welding economics.
Willingness to prepare for the Certified Welding Inspector and Certified Welding Supervisor exams (CWI, CWS).
Strong mathematical, problem-solving, and analytical skills, including the ability to apply them to customer sales analysis and cost comparisons.
Customer-focused behavior, including building positive relationships and understanding internal and external customer needs.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Positive approach, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a team environment.
Proficiency with Google Suite applications, including Gmail, Sheets, and Docs.
Ability to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis.

Nice To Haves

Pursuing a degree in Welding Engineering with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

Build technical knowledge of welding applications to help match customer needs with Airgas products.
Assist in promoting profitable sales of welding processes to small and midsize customers.
Shadow specialists during customer site visits to observe welding processes and identify potential Airgas solutions.
Learn to use proprietary sales tools, including Welding Surveys and Efficiency Analysis.
Provide customers with technical literature about shielding gases and welding products.
Maintain a safe work environment and proactively promote safety standards to associates and customers.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit.
Parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty leave, funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for eligible full-time employees.
401(k) plan with company matching funds for eligible employees.
Tuition reimbursement.
Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents.
Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Competitive compensation.