Welder Intern - Day Shift

Steffes•Grand Forks, ND

About The Position

The Weld Intern develops foundational welding and fabrication skills through hands-on training and supervised production experience. The intern assists experienced welders with daily work while learning to safely use welding tools and equipment, follow weld procedures and standard work, interpret drawings and blueprints, and meet quality requirements. As skills develop, the intern builds technical abilities, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of welding processes while supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations. The role includes rotating through work areas to gain exposure to different products, processes, and welding applications. The intern follows training guidance and company requirements, reports defects or safety concerns, and contributes to the company’s strategic, quality, and safety objectives. The position requires current enrollment in an approved welding program and continued good standing with the educational institution throughout the internship.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an approved welding program.
Remain in good standing with the educational institution throughout the internship.
Basic computer knowledge, including Windows, email, and internet use.
Demonstrated attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Learn to safely operate welding tools and hand tools, including die grinders and angle grinders, under appropriate supervision.
Learn to read and understand drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and heat numbers when applicable.
Follow standard work, training guides, weld procedures, and acceptance criteria with guidance from experienced welders or supervisors.
Assist with basic robot operation where applicable, including loading and unloading parts, starting and stopping the robot, completing daily device and operator TPMs, and reporting welds that are outside tolerance.
Rotate through work areas to gain knowledge and experience with a variety of products, processes, and welding applications.
Assist experienced welders with daily production activities and progressively perform welding tasks as skills and training develop.
Develop basic problem-solving and decision-making skills by identifying issues and seeking guidance from experienced welders or supervisors.
Learn and follow build board and Kanban system requirements.
Identify and report inconsistencies or defects in material, product, or equipment to the appropriate lead or supervisor.
Learn to make basic adjustments to fabrication parts, with guidance, to support proper alignment and fit-up.
Communicate and collaborate with customers, suppliers, co-workers, and management to help maintain a positive work atmosphere.
Help the company meet its strategic, quality, and safety objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform work in compliance with EHS training and identified procedures or standard work, report EHS incidents or concerns promptly, and contribute to the EHS program.
Participate in job-specific training and complete work according to standard work, processes, and procedures; notify a supervisor if work cannot be completed as required.
Demonstrate and support the Steffes Code of Conduct, policies, and procedures, and maintain timely and punctual attendance.