Summer Internship: 1st Shift

Position: Summer Internship: 1st Shift; Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm
Skills Inc., one of Washington State's largest aerospace suppliers, offers world-class, competitively priced products and services that exceed customers' rigorous standards and expectations for excellence. We are a fully integrated, self-funded nonprofit organization with a social mission to train, employ, and serve persons with disabilities and our community.

JOB SUMMARY

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking Aerospace Intern to join our team. The ideal candidate will work in multiple areas, providing support while learning more about the Aerospace industry.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Assist as assigned throughout the Finish Division.

* Learn about the Aerospace Finish process and the aerospace supply chain.

* Utilize production work orders, documents, drawings, specifications, and written or oral instructions to perform tasks necessary to meet production requirements.

* Detect and report defective equipment, materials, and faulty operations to supervisor.

* Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.

* Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.

* Follow work rules and standard safety regulations at all times.

* Maintain safe working practices and ensure area is clean and free of any possible unsafe situations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Knowledge or experience working in an inclusive work environment, particularly those persons with disabilities.

* Knowledge in basic computer skills in Windows environment and basic literacy in MS Office.

* Knowledge of and ability to apply basic mathematical skills to the work environment.

* Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers.

* Skill in prioritizing and managing a fast-paced work environment.

* Skill in organizing, identifying, estimating, and recognizing differences or similarities with excellent attention to detail.

* Ability to utilize interpersonal and communication techniques, working in a team environment, and dealing with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.

* Attention to detail.

* Adaptable to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

* Ability to read, write, and communicate in English through verbal communication, American Sign Language, or adaptive technology

CONFIDENTIALITY

This position may require access to sensitive information, which must be handled with the utmost discretion. This means that information and/or documentation related to employees, suppliers, customers, business practices, and all other related information remains confidential.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

* High school diploma or equivalent.

ITAR - US PERSON STATUS

Due to Skills Inc.'s participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) apply. These rules require that only "U.S. persons," as defined by law, can access, view, or share sensitive information or materials related to defense and military technologies. A "U.S. person" is a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or someone admitted as a refugee or asylee.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are typical for this job. Employees must be able to meet these requirements to perform the essential duties. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to help individuals with disabilities perform these duties.

* Frequent periods of standing or walking throughout the workday

* Constant periods of sitting at a work station throughout the workday

* Frequent repetitive motions

* Constantly required to use fingers/hands/arms to grasp, pinch, pull, feel, and reach

* Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms

* Vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

* Frequently able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (with help).

* Occasional use of Industry-standard personal protective equipment (PPE) required.

* Constant exposure to an indoor manufacturing environment

* Constant exposure to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic…