Western Welding Academy is on a mission to build a better generation of blue-collar craftsmen. We are forging the next generation of skilled welders through an unwavering commitment to work ethic, accountability, and integrity. By focusing on student outcomes, we provide industry-leading education and hands-on training in a real-world environment, preparing our students to meet and exceed the demands of the welding industry.

 At Western Welding Academy, we believe wholeheartedly in our mission because we understand the fundamental role blue-collar tradespeople play in the fabric of America. This country was built on the backs of skilled workers—men and women who put in the hard labor that made our roads, bridges, buildings, and industries possible. Blue-collar men and women are the backbone of our economic system, vital to every sector from manufacturing to infrastructure. However, for too long, our nation has focused predominantly on white-collar jobs and the push to send every young person to college, leaving skilled trades underappreciated and underrepresented. Today, we are facing a monumental shift. A worldwide demographic collapse is causing industry and manufacturing to return to American soil, and yet, we lack the skilled labor force needed to meet the immense demand. Even before this shift, there was a substantial need for skilled tradespeople, but now, with global supply chains crumbling and reshoring becoming a necessity, the demand for welders and other skilled workers is skyrocketing. At Western Welding Academy, we see this as our mission, to equip the next generation with the skills they need to thrive, to build strong careers, and to restore the backbone of America's industrial strength. We are committed to filling this gap, one welder at a time, because we believe that the future of our country depends on the hands of those willing to build it.  

About the role

• The HR Intern supports core people operations and HR programs with a focus on organization, employee experience, and process improvement. You’ll work on meaningful projects that strengthen communication, compliance, and culture—not just filing and admin.

What you'll do

• Support recruiting coordination: posting jobs, scheduling, candidate communication, interview logistics
• Assist with onboarding/offboarding checklists, paperwork tracking, and file organization
• Help maintain HR documentation (policies, forms, templates) and process guides
• Support employee engagement initiatives (recognition, events, communications)
• Assist with training coordination and learning resource organization
• Help with basic HR reporting (headcount, turnover, recruiting funnel metrics)
• Contribute to HR projects focused on continuous improvement and employee experience

What We’re Looking For

• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
• Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and organization
• Clear written communication and a helpful, service-oriented approach
• Interest in HR best practices, culture-building, and people operations

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with HRIS/ATS systems (any platform)
• Experience with Excel/Google Sheets and basic data organization
• Coursework in employment law, organizational behavior, or HR fundamentals

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world HR experience in recruiting, onboarding, employee experience, and operations
• Mentorship from an HR leader in a mission-driven organization
• A strong foundation in confidentiality, compliance, and people-first practices
• Tangible projects you can discuss in future interviews

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 year old
• Legally able to work in the US

This is a paid internship at $18/hour. Hours worked will be a minimum of 20 hours/week and maximum of 40 hours/week. The internship hours are capped at 480 total hours.