SKILLBRIDGE.MIL DATALAST SYNC 2026-07-23
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Welder

USAFUSAUSCGUSMCUSNUSSF🔒 Clearance — can obtain
Program summary

The Welder SkillBridge Program provides transitioning service members with hands-on training and exposure to welding operations within a manufacturing environment. Participants will develop the technical skills required to perform metal joining processes, interpret work instructions and drawings, and support production requirements while adhering to established quality and safety standards. This program is designed to build foundational welding capability across manual and automatic processes, inspection preparation, and production workflows, with opportunities across multiple U.S. locations based on business needs.

Roles & job description

The welder performs assigned metal joining operations in a manufacturing environment in accordance with established work instructions, engineering drawings, and applicable welding procedures. This role supports production requirements by preparing materials, executing welds across multiple processes and positions, and ensuring work meets quality and inspection standards. The positions and ensuring work meets quality and inspection standards. The position operates within a structured shop environment and requires adherence to safety, cleanliness, and process compliance expectations. Competitive Compensation, Comprehensive Health & Welfare Programs including: •Medical• Dental• Vision •Tax Advantaged Accounts • EAP, Income Protection Programs including: •Life, Accident, Disability, and Other Insurance Coverages• Paid Time Off• Paid Parental Leave Retirement Savings Plans: •401k Plan with a competitive Employer Match and Profit-Sharing Contribution •Employee Stock Purchase Plan. *Please note, benefits are country-specific and may vary from location to location.

Target military occupations

Open to all MOS / ratings / AFSCs.

Eligibility notes

Experience with all types of welding materials; ferrous and non-ferrous metals and alloys; castings, forgings, plates, bars, etc., of any required thickness.High school graduate and certified welding program or equivalentExperience with all types and sizes of manual and automatic metal-joining equipment, including but not limited to AC and DC welding machines, sub-arc equipment, torches of all types, and compressed gasses as required.Experience with ovens, hand tools, all required personal protective equipment, clamps, measuring instruments, gauges, dial indicators, fire extinguishers, etc.Automatic welding experience (Buggo, Liburdi, Jetline)Experienced in multiple welding processes

Additional notes

Program duration and training scope may be expanded or condensed based on participant experience, qualifications, and transition timeline. Due to DoW requirements, candidates must be US citizens. Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearances and approvals

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Interview prep for this program
Ask them
  • ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
  • ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
  • ▸ "The listing says 91 - 120 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
  • ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
  • ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
  • ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
  • ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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