Technical Communications Intern

Job Title: Technical Communications Intern

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Technical Communications Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
Work in the technical communications group supporting the creation of technical documentation for custom railroad maintenance equipment. Tasks include creating operator manuals, maintenance instructions, lockout / tagout manuals, and other technical communication materials.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in authoring technical content under the direct guidance of another technical writer or engineer.
• Analyze technical specifications and performance data to develop clear and concise documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering to gather information and resolve documentation issues.
• Prepare outlines and illustrations to support technical documents.
• Perform duties and subtasks in area of discipline of low complexity for a project or projects.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Technical Communication, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience: Achieved junior status or higher. The individual shall also have completed the "core" coursework for his/her chosen discipline.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• The individual will learn and abide by established practices and procedures to complete assignments.
• Ability and willingness to learn the necessary tools as required for area of discipline.
• Ability and willingness to learn application and integration design skills in area of discipline.
• This is an intern level position that requires close supervision with little to no independent work.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong writing and editing skills
• Strong problem solving, communication, and analysis skills
• Ability to read and analyze engineering schematics
• Experience with AutoCAD or other 3D modeling software
• Experience with DITA or other component content management systems (CCMS)

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer
• May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally
• Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.

Starting pay for the position is between $23.50 to $24.50

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