Technical Writing Intern - Miller

Miller is about building things that matter. We lead the welding industry in building advanced, solution-focused products and meeting crucial needs for welding safety and health. Our products are designed with our users for manufacturing, fabrication, construction, aviation, motorsports, education, agriculture, and marine applications. Headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (acquired in 1993). Miller Electric maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality, and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people. Fun fact: Niels Miller started the company in his little garage; similar to Jeff Bezos and Steve Jobs!

The Technical Writing internship at Miller Electric is designed to give a student the hands-on exposure to the tools and processes of this profession.

Essential Functions

• Create and update owner's manuals and other technical documentation
• Work with engineers and subject matter experts to understand a product or procedure
• Optimize documents for print and electronic publication
• Create and modify technical illustrations
• Prepare markups for translation and participate in a translation project with our vendor
• Manage document data for upload and reuse to serve our internal and external customers

• Student pursuing a bachelor's degree in Technical or Professional Writing, English, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; be prepared to supply a writing sample
• Proficient in a Windows and Microsoft environment
• Familiarity with desktop publishing, structured authoring (XML), and technical illustration software preferred
• Able to work independently, prioritize and manage multiple tasks, and be proactive in suggesting process improvements
• Familiarity with welding and basic electricity preferred, but not required

ITW Welding is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.