HII
INSULATOR TRAINEE OR CERTIFICATION - FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES -
HII, Newport News, Virginia, United States, 23600
INSULATOR TRAINEE OR CERTIFICATION - FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES - SIGN-ON BONUS
Join us for the INSULATOR TRAINEE or Certification for 2026 high school seniors or graduates. This role includes a $500 sign‑on bonus and $500 relocation bonus (for those living 50 miles or more from Newport News, VA).
Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of HII, is offering this opportunity to job seekers with no trade experience willing to complete two weeks of unpaid training in the Insulator trade, or for those who hold a certificate in a related trade field.
The Insulator is responsible for the removal, repair, and installation of various types of insulation—including fiberglass, calcium silicate, and rubatex materials—to ensure thermal efficiency, noise reduction, and safety of piping systems, ventilation systems, and other structural elements throughout the ship. Work often involves extreme heights, small confined spaces, and various weather conditions. The position requires physical agility, safety focus, and the ability to work overtime and shift as needed.
Must Have
Must be able to pass a 2‑week (UNPAID) program (80 hours, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, Monday‑Friday) or present one or more certificates of completion or diploma in Insulation or a directly related field.
Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
Must be able to pass a physical agility test.
Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis.
Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
Must be able to perform overhead work.
Must be able to work overtime as needed.
Must be able to wear a respirator (clean‑shaven).
Must be able to work outdoors, year‑round, in all weather conditions.
Must be able to work at extreme heights and in small, tight, confined spaces.
Must be willing to work any shift.
Nice to Have
High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Why HII We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts, and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values‑and‑ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well‑being first. We offer a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth.
We provide comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plans, on‑site health centers, tele‑medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships, and more.
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. citizenship may be required for certain positions.
Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address. Additionally, you may also call 1‑844‑849‑8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.
Seniority level Internship
Employment type Internship
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
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Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of HII, is offering this opportunity to job seekers with no trade experience willing to complete two weeks of unpaid training in the Insulator trade, or for those who hold a certificate in a related trade field.
The Insulator is responsible for the removal, repair, and installation of various types of insulation—including fiberglass, calcium silicate, and rubatex materials—to ensure thermal efficiency, noise reduction, and safety of piping systems, ventilation systems, and other structural elements throughout the ship. Work often involves extreme heights, small confined spaces, and various weather conditions. The position requires physical agility, safety focus, and the ability to work overtime and shift as needed.
Must Have
Must be able to pass a 2‑week (UNPAID) program (80 hours, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, Monday‑Friday) or present one or more certificates of completion or diploma in Insulation or a directly related field.
Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
Must be able to pass a physical agility test.
Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis.
Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
Must be able to perform overhead work.
Must be able to work overtime as needed.
Must be able to wear a respirator (clean‑shaven).
Must be able to work outdoors, year‑round, in all weather conditions.
Must be able to work at extreme heights and in small, tight, confined spaces.
Must be willing to work any shift.
Nice to Have
High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Why HII We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts, and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values‑and‑ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well‑being first. We offer a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth.
We provide comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plans, on‑site health centers, tele‑medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships, and more.
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. citizenship may be required for certain positions.
Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address. Additionally, you may also call 1‑844‑849‑8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.
Seniority level Internship
Employment type Internship
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
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