2025 COLLEGE INTERN WELDING ENGINEERING at Huntington Ingalls in Pascagoula, Mississippi

Job Description:

Req ID: 40004
Team: 79 Welding Engineering
Entity: Ingalls Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No



We're building tomorrow's fleet today

With more than 11,000 employees, HII's Ingalls Shipbuilding division is the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi and a major contributor to the economic growth of Alabama. For nearly 85 years, we've designed, built and maintained amphibious ships, destroyers, and cutters for the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard. The largest supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants, we're simultaneously building four classes of ships and have pioneered the development and production of technologically advanced, highly capable ships for the surface Navy fleet for decades. Think that's cool? Keep reading:



Competencies



Educational Background


General Work Experience


Knowledge, skills and related experience


Leadership skills


Team environment experience


Communication skills




Job Description



Assist in the analysis of material and processes as needed to resolve technical problems and improve productivity and quality in manufacturing. This task involves the development and implementation of process controls to reduce re-work, distortion, and improve overall weld quality.

• Assist in the development and implementation of welding and manufacturing plans for mitigating distortion and maintaining the dimensional stability of weldments.

• Assist in the identification, justification, and implementation of welding equipment and facilities for constructing military and commercial vessels.

• Assist in the development and qualification of welding procedures and manufacturing plans in accordance with the applicable requirements of DNV, Lloyd's Register, ABS, U. S. Coast Guard, and U. S. Navy.

• Perform cooperative studies for cost and quality improvements related to the construction of military and commercial vessels.

• Prepare clear and concise technical reports, both written and oral, and interface with ship construction personnel and sector support organizations.




Basic Qualifications



Active student with a minimum of 2 years of college education, on track to graduate with a bachelors degree in an engineering discipline. Candidates majoring in Welding Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or Material Science Engineering.




Preferred Qualifications




Why HII

We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.


Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.


Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.



Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.


Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.



Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.


Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #1 for Ingalls Shipbuilding.