2026 Summer Welding/Fabricating Internship

Nova Group Inc., a Quanta Services company, is an industry leading general engineering construction company with 40 plus years of experience worldwide. Nova specializes in hydrant fueling, waterfront, electrical and utility construction projects for the Department of Defense (NAVFAC, ACOE). Nova exceeds customer expectations through innovative construction, safety, quality and outstanding customer service. Headquartered in Napa, CA, with regional offices in Port Orchard, WA, Japan and project locations stretching across the US, as well as internationally, the opportunities are endless with Nova! Nova offers employees competitive health benefits, matching 401K contributions, career advancement opportunities, and endless training opportunities. Individuals who pride themselves on having a strong work ethic, commitment to their integrity, interest in giving back to local communities, and who are willing to relocate for career advancement opportunities should not hesitate to apply!

We are looking for people pursuing majors in Welding. 

• This Internship provides a hands-on learning experience directly related to responsibilities that transfer to skills needed in a full-time position with us. The opportunity is available to develop, participate and learn key roles and functions for welding. We are looking for Interns who like to build things, get their hands dirty, and who want to explore the possibility of a long-term career at Nova in the future.
  
  Location:
  We have projects all across the United States, in large cities and small towns, so our people must be willing to go where the work is. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date.
   
  Primary Responsibilities and Opportunities

• Weld structural steel in all positions.
• Weld stainless steel and carbon steel and possibly other alloys.
• Select welding wires, gases and settings for a variety of processes.
• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, flange line up pins, wrap arounds, center finders and rulers.
• Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade.
• Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.
• Exceptional attendance.
• Conduct activities in a safe and healthy manner and work in accordance with established safety and company requirements.
• We are looking for the next generation of leaders who strive for excellence and have the drive and desire it takes to work in the fast paced, heavy construction environment. 
• This job requires temporary relocation.
  
  Qualifications
  
  
• Opportunity to pass a bend test.
• Opportunity to weld in 6G position.
• Opportunity to read blue print drawings is required.
• Strong math skills are required.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills are required.
• High level of energy and motivation.
• Ability to work flexible hours with some weekend and holiday work required.
• Must possess the ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, both hourly and management, in a team environment.
• Must comply with Nova Group’s core values for the safe and efficient operation of the business and maintain sound relationships among and with employees.

Pay range is $16.50 to $25.00 per hour, non-exempt

2026 Intern Program