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Intern - Technical Documents

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Douglas Machine Inc.

Alexandria, MN (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 8 weeks ago (Updated 3 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
The Technical Documentation Intern works under the direction of a Technical Writer and supports the creation, updating, and maintenance of our manuals, job aids, and formal training documents by utilizing tools such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop, and other relevant software. The intern will assist technical writers by improving document clarity, formatting, and visual presentation, ensuring materials meet quality and consistency standards. In addition, the intern will contribute to small projects assigned by other technical writers, gaining hands-on experience while supporting documentation needs across the team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following.
Other duties may be assigned:
Steward our mission (to enrich lives by providing differentiated packaging automation and services) and values (unwavering integrity, servant's heart, ownership spirit and continuous innovation and improvement).Learn technical writing processes, tools, and industry standardsUpdate existing documentation (rough notes, engineering input, or legacy documents) to align with current formats so it can be used when updating Aftermarket ManualsWalk through product workflows to ensure instructions are accurate.

Identify missing or unclear steps to improve user experience.

Help identify outdated or unclear documentation and suggest improvementsFollow style guides and help refine documentation standards.

Perform quality checks for grammar, formatting, and technical accuracy.

Assist with work overflow (assigned by other Tech Docs Personnel)
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong command of grammar, clarity, and concise writing.

Ability to explain complex concepts in a simple, user-friendly way.

Experience writing essays, reports, documentation, or tutorials.

Comfortable learning new technologies, tools, or software quickly.

Basic understanding of how software, systems, or technical processes work (no need to be an engineer).Curiosity about tech and willingness to explore products hands-on.

Ability to gather information by interviewing subject-matter experts.

Strong taking and research ability.

Comfort working with engineering, product, or support teams.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Currently pursuing a degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
OTHER INFORMATION
All intern positions offer attractive compensation and benefits that include a company health clinic, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, along with paid time off. This is a summer internship opportunity requiring interns to be on site.

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