Apprentice Piercer

Job overview

The Apprentice Piercer role is part-time, with six weeks of training beginning at the end of September in Studs’ New York City studio; graduates may become eligible for part-time Associate Piercer positions at the Mall of America studio. Training pay is $19 per hour plus tips; graduated Associate Piercers make $24 per hour plus tips. Studs combines ear piercing, aftercare, and earring shopping with an emphasis on safety and expertise. The apprentice completes classroom learning, observation, and hands-on training to develop safe piercing practices and client service skills. The role supports studio operations through client education, procedure compliance, and accurate records for sterilized inventory and tools.

What you'll do

• Participate in the six-week paid training program
• educate clients about the Studs experience
• communicate professionally throughout client visits
• learn and follow piercing procedures and regulations
• maintain detailed records of maintenance, sterilized inventory, and tools
• uphold studio policies and safety standards
• travel to New York City for training, paid by Studs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

apprentice piercer

ear piercing

paid training

six-week program

new york city training

mall of america

part-time

client education

sterilized inventory

studs

$19/hour training

$24/hour after graduation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid safe and sick leave accrual, FSA health and commuter accounts, 401(k), and employee discounts on piercings and jewelry.

Why this role

Training is paid and travel to New York City for the training program is paid by Studs; successful graduates may become eligible for part-time Associate Piercer positions at Mall of America.

About the employer

STUDS is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Personal Care Services. Sector: 81.