Technical Writing Intern

When you join Winnebago Industries, you become part of a group of dedicated professionals committed to our purpose and mission to help our customers explore the outdoors and be the trusted leader in outdoor lifestyle solutions. Our legal compliance team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Technical Writing Intern with a passion for technology and a knack for translating complex information into clear, concise, and user-friendly content. Our competitive intern program offers interns exposure to the business world and a meaningful work experience. Interns are treated as valuable team members while learning from experienced professionals in a collaborative, fun and dynamic environment. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in technical writing, contract management, content creation, and documentation. The Technical Writing Intern will work independently and as part of a team to fulfill organizational goals and initiatives.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Assist in creating, editing, and maintaining technical and legal documentation, including contract templates, historical contracts, owner's manuals, product guides, and online help content.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, and the legal team to gather information and ensure accuracy.
• Assist with jump starting Contract Lifecycle Management system.
• Develop and update content for internal and external audiences.
• Participate in the review and revision process to ensure high-quality documentation.
• Conduct research to stay updated on industry trends and best practices in legal and technical writing.
• Support the team in various writing and editing tasks as needed.
• Other duties as assigned based on business need

Education & Experience

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Paralegal or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand and explain complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with documentation tools (e.g., Adobe Acrobat, MadCap Flare, etc.).
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of software development and technology is a plus.
• Internship located in Eden Prairie, MN
• This position may require travel to other Winnebago locations.
• While the office does offer flexible schedule, the internship is primarily an in-office role.

Hourly rate of $25/per hour

The internship is 11 weeks from June 2nd through August 15th. 

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