What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writing Intern position at RJG, Inc.?
The Technical Writing intern will assist RJG's Technical Writer in creating, organizing, and maintaining product documentation. This is a part time, temporary position that is perfect for a student or recent graduate with a passion for writing, technology, and clear communication. The ideal candidate will support documentation efforts by performing administrative tasks, formatting documents, proofreading content, and gathering information from subject matter experts (SMEs).
Department : Engineering
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Classification: Part-Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt/Temporary Internship (3-6 months)
Location: Remote and onsite in Traverse City, MI as needed
Essential Job Functions:
Documentation Support
Education and Experience
Physical Demands: Bending, sitting, standing, walking, lifting to 20 lbs., extensive time at keyboard and desk.
Travel Expectations: None.
What We Do:
RJG is a recognized international leader in the plastic injection molding industry, helping molders and their customers be successful by providing them with training, technology, and resources. We provide our products and services through RJG Regional Sales Offices worldwide and via the Internet. www.rjginc.com
Who We Are: Are you looking for a career in a company that provides a professional atmosphere and a culture of openness, trust, and respect? Would you like to work for a company with a corporate culture that values innovation, accountability, integrity, and joy and cares deeply about the success of our team members and customers? Would you enjoy living in an area that has been nationally recognized for its scenic beauty, amazing food, and popular festivals and events? If you don’t mind an occasional dog roaming the hallways and seeing a spontaneous Nerf gun fight break out, you’ll love working at RJG!
What We Believe: RJG is committed to being fair to our employees and maintaining an environment that encourages personal responsibility. We seek employees who are committed to preserving and enhancing these values. We firmly believe that the highest quality people produce the highest quality products and services; that strong business ethics flow from strong personal ethics, and that responsible people produce exceptional results. If this sounds like an environment where you could excel both personally and professionally, then RJG might be the right place for you.
RJG is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon RJG's receipt of acceptable professional reference checks, employment history verification, criminal background, credit, and/or motor vehicle reports, as applicable and permissible by law. RJG participates in the E-Verify employment authorization program.
Department : Engineering
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Classification: Part-Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt/Temporary Internship (3-6 months)
Location: Remote and onsite in Traverse City, MI as needed
Essential Job Functions:
Documentation Support
- Assist in writing, editing, and formatting technical documents, including user manuals, quick-start guides, FAQs, and internal documentation.
- Organize and maintain documentation files and version control.
- Format documents to ensure consistency and adherence to style guides.
- Update existing documentation with minor revisions as directed by the technical writer.
- Capture and annotate screenshots for documentation purposes.
- Assist in creating simple diagrams or flowcharts using tools such as Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, or Adobe Illustrator.
- Help maintain an image and illustration database for documentation use.
- Work with engineers, product managers, and customer support teams to collect and verify technical information.
- Conduct research on industry standards, terminology, and best practices to enhance documentation accuracy.
- Assist in organizing feedback from internal teams to improve documentation clarity.
- Proofread technical content for grammar, spelling, clarity, and consistency.
- Perform usability testing of documentation by following instructions to ensure clarity.
- Assist in reviewing and implementing feedback from team members.
- Help with organizing documentation libraries and repositories.
- Assist in publishing and distributing updated documents across internal and external platforms.
- Support translation requests by coordinating with external vendors or translation software.
- Provide general administrative support to the technical writing team.
- Participate in team meetings and documentation planning discussions.
- Work on special projects related to content management, document organization, or training materials.
Education and Experience
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, Journalism, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. (Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint).
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
- Basic knowledge of HTML, Markdown, or XML for formatting documentation.
- Interest in software, hardware, or engineering-related industries.
- Elevated level of professionalism, self-driven, detail-oriented, and quality conscious “team player”.
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively in both verbal and written forms.
- Highly motivated, energetic, and willing to adapt to changing conditions.
- Ability to multi-task and manage complex projects.
Physical Demands: Bending, sitting, standing, walking, lifting to 20 lbs., extensive time at keyboard and desk.
Travel Expectations: None.
What We Do:
RJG is a recognized international leader in the plastic injection molding industry, helping molders and their customers be successful by providing them with training, technology, and resources. We provide our products and services through RJG Regional Sales Offices worldwide and via the Internet. www.rjginc.com
Who We Are: Are you looking for a career in a company that provides a professional atmosphere and a culture of openness, trust, and respect? Would you like to work for a company with a corporate culture that values innovation, accountability, integrity, and joy and cares deeply about the success of our team members and customers? Would you enjoy living in an area that has been nationally recognized for its scenic beauty, amazing food, and popular festivals and events? If you don’t mind an occasional dog roaming the hallways and seeing a spontaneous Nerf gun fight break out, you’ll love working at RJG!
What We Believe: RJG is committed to being fair to our employees and maintaining an environment that encourages personal responsibility. We seek employees who are committed to preserving and enhancing these values. We firmly believe that the highest quality people produce the highest quality products and services; that strong business ethics flow from strong personal ethics, and that responsible people produce exceptional results. If this sounds like an environment where you could excel both personally and professionally, then RJG might be the right place for you.
RJG is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon RJG's receipt of acceptable professional reference checks, employment history verification, criminal background, credit, and/or motor vehicle reports, as applicable and permissible by law. RJG participates in the E-Verify employment authorization program.