Technical Writer Intern

About Us:

BW Converting Solutions is a strategic alliance of resources and services that bring together several Barry-Wehmiller companies — Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D), STAX Technologies, Hudson-Sharp, Baldwin Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine. These industry leaders offer trusted brands and innovative technologies in the design, manufacture, and service of high-performance converting and packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing industries.

 

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

 

Job Description:

As a Technical Writing & eLearning Development Intern, you will contribute to two key areas: creating comprehensive machine manuals across multiple product lines and developing customer-facing eLearning content. This position offers direct mentorship from experienced technical writers and exposure to various equipment documentation projects.

Primary Responsibilities:

Documentation Development

• Assist in creating and updating machine manuals for multiple product lines
• Learn to document technical procedures, specifications, and safety information
• Help organize and structure documentation for different equipment types
• Support the standardization of documentation across product lines

eLearning Development

• Create interactive training modules based on machine documentation
• Convert technical content into engaging learning materials using PowerPoint
• Transform legacy training videos into modern eLearning formats
• Develop visual aids and instructional materials

General Duties

• Help capture digital photos and videos of machine operations
• Support documentation processing and organization
• Participate in peer reviews to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Learn to use content management systems
• Assist with documentation package preparation and delivery

Required Qualifications

• Current enrollment in Technical Writing, Communications, Digital Media, Engineering, or related field
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic understanding of technical documentation principles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
• Ability to follow established templates and style guides

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or controls concepts
• Familiarity with content management systems
• Previous exposure to manufacturing or industrial environments
• Understanding of instructional design principles

What We Offer

• Hands-on experience with multiple product lines and documentation types
• Practical experience in both technical documentation and eLearning development
• Exposure to industrial equipment documentation processes
• Mentorship from experienced technical writers
• Experience with industry-standard documentation tools
• Opportunity to contribute to actual customer deliverables
• Competitive intern compensation

Professional Development

• Direct mentorship from assigned technical writer
• Exposure to OSHA and ISO documentation standards
• Experience working with cross-functional teams
• Understanding of industrial documentation lifecycle
• Development of project management skills
• Knowledge of multiple product lines and documentation requirements

Success Criteria

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Ability to learn and apply technical writing principles
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus
• Effective collaboration with team members
• Initiative in learning new tools and processes
• Professional communication abilities
• Customer-focused mindset
• Capacity to understand and document different types of equipment

Core Competencies We Develop

• Customer Focus: Understanding and meeting customer documentation needs
• Effective Communication: Developing clear, audience-appropriate content
• Collaboration: Worki