Technical Writer Intern

Main Responsibilities

• Aids in creating and updating work instructions, SOPs, and training documents.
• Works with technicians, engineering, and supervisors to understand processes and document them clearly.
• Organizes and standardizes documents so they are easy to use on the production floor.
• Supports the creation of simple visuals, diagrams, or step-by-step guides.
• Reviews and updates documentation to ensure clarity, accuracy, consistency, and completeness, while identifying gaps or unclear instructions.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Basic to intermediate technical writing experience is acceptable.
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn technical processes and translate them into clear, step-by-step instructions.
• Experience working in a lab, shop, or manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.
• No formal certifications are required; exposure to documentation control or quality systems (e.g., ISO 9001) is beneficial but not required.
• Working proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic ability to create simple visuals or diagrams, flow charts, and step sequences is a plus.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and work with cross-functional teams.

Pay

$24.00 per hour.

Benefits

This internship is part-time and is estimated to last for approximately 10 weeks.

About the Role

Excelitas Technologies is seeking a Technical Writer Intern to support the creation and improvement of technical documents used in optical manufacturing, training, and quality processes. This role works in collaboration with team members to turn day-to-day work processes into clear, easy-to-follow instructions and training materials.

Schedule

The internship is part-time and lasts approximately 10 weeks.

Location

The internship is based at Excelitas Technologies' facility in Boulder, Colorado, which specializes in the manufacturing of ultra-precision optical components, optical thin film coatings, and optical sub-assemblies for demanding applications in lasers, materials processing, instrumentation, life sciences, avionics, and defence.