Weld Scholarship – Class of 2027 High School Seniors

United Alloy • Janesville, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The 2027 United Alloy Weld Scholarship is an exciting opportunity for high school seniors graduating in 2027 in Janesville, WI, and surrounding communities who are interested in pursuing a career in welding. Selected students will receive a $10,000 scholarship to attend a six-week welding program at Advanced Weld Institute (AWI) during the summer of 2027. United Alloy and AWI will cover tuition, tools, books, and housing for the duration of the program. Students will also earn $18.00/hour during the six-week training program, receive hands-on welding education and training, and be offered a full-time welding position with United Alloy upon successful completion of the program, starting at $25.00/hour plus full benefits. Recipients will be assigned to one of United Alloy’s two shifts based on current business needs.

Requirements

• Be a high school senior graduating in 2027.
• Be in good academic standing and on track to graduate.
• Have completed or currently be enrolled in technical education coursework, with welding courses preferred.
• Have a strong interest in pursuing a career in welding.
• Live in Janesville, WI, or a surrounding community.
• Complete the online application.
• Upload an essay explaining interest and passion for a welding career and why they would be a great recipient.
• Upload one letter of recommendation from an educator or coach who is not a relative.

Nice To Haves

• Welding courses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend a six-week welding program at Advanced Weld Institute (AWI).
• Participate in hands-on welding education and training.
• Complete the AWI program curriculum, including Blueprint Reading & Welding Symbols, GMAW-S, GMAW-P, and Fabrication.
• Undergo skills testing throughout the program.
• Follow all Advanced Weld Institute rules and program requirements.
• Upon successful completion, accept a full-time welding position with United Alloy.

Benefits

• $10,000 scholarship covering tuition, tools, books, and housing for the AWI program.
• $18.00/hour during the six-week training program.
• Full-time welding position with United Alloy upon successful completion of the program.
• Starting pay of $25.00/hour for the full-time position.
• Full benefits for the full-time position.
• Assignment to one of United Alloy’s two shifts based on current business needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED