Technical Illustrator Intern

About the role

Axcelis is seeking a Technical Illustrator Intern to support our Product Documentation team. In this role, you will help create visual content that enables customers to safely install, operate, and maintain advanced equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and updating product illustrations for manuals, procedures, and training materials
• Support the development of visual content that explains equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Help translate technical concepts into clear diagrams, graphics, and animations
• Learn and use technical visualization tools (e.g., CAD-based illustration tools)
• Update visuals based on engineering changes and documentation feedback
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and documentation teams

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Technical Illustration or Communication, Industrial Design, or a related field
• Strong visual communication skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.)
• Interest in learning technical illustration or CAD-based visualization tools
• Ability to work collaboratively and take direction
• Exposure to 3D or CAD-based tools (e.g., Creo Illustrate, SolidWorks Composer, Blender)
• Basic understanding of technical diagrams or mechanical concepts
• Experience creating illustrations for instructions, manuals, or training materials
• Interest in technical documentation or user-focused design

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of technical diagrams or mechanical concepts
• Experience creating illustrations for instructions, manuals, or training materials

Skills

• Strong visual communication skills
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.)
• Interest in learning technical illustration or CAD-based visualization tools
• Exposure to 3D or CAD-based tools (e.g., Creo Illustrate, SolidWorks Composer, Blender)

Benefits

To support students commuting to our facility, Axcelis provides a $1,000 travel stipend, paid as a lump-sum in the first paycheck. Our headquarters in Beverly, MA, is located directly off Route 128 and just 10 minutes from the Beverly Train Station for those using public transportation. Transportation between the Beverly station and the facility is available through the Salem Skipper rideshare service. You can learn more about routes, schedules, and pricing here: https://city.ridewithvia.com/salem-skipper.

Pay

This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations. Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as you develop within the role.

Schedule

First Shift