About the role#
This is an unpaid internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program, specifically designed for transitioning active-duty U.S. military personnel within their final 180 days of service. You will train as an Interior Communications Master Tradesperson, working closely with a mentor and senior leadership to gain real-world experience in the defense industry. The goal of this program is to provide hands-on training that aligns with your military background, with the potential to transition into a full-time role.
What you'll do#
- Train on meaningful projects while learning the basics and principles of a Master Tradesperson.
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components on 1MC, 3MC, and 5MC systems onboard Naval ships using test equipment and hand tools.
- Learn to read blueprints and research technical manuals to design, fabricate, and test solutions for identified problems.
- Develop skills to schedule, report, and brief customers and senior management on work progress.
- Complete special projects as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Must be active-duty military personnel within the final 180 days of service.
- Must possess a Confidential or higher security clearance.
- Education and experience requirements are dependent on the specific Program of Instruction.
- Ability to work on-site during core business hours for critical meetings and training.
Location & details#
- Location: Norfolk, Virginia.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Employment Type: Full-time (internship).
About HII Technical Solutions, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries
HII Technical Solutions operates as a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries. The company provides integrated mission solutions, fleet support, and cyber services. It also works in nuclear, environmental, oil, and gas sectors. The firm maintains its headquarters in Newport News, Virginia. It functions as a public company with a workforce between 5,001 and 10,000 employees.
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