Technical Writing Intern Summer 2027

About the Role

Woodward, Inc. is offering a Technical Writing Internship for Summer 2027. This internship aims to provide students with real-life business acumen within the Aerospace and Energy Industry, offering opportunities to learn practical experience in areas related to their academic and/or career interests. The role involves working on challenging projects, networking with professionals, and learning from experienced individuals, with the potential for future full-time employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Writing assembly, disassembly, repair, and/or test instructions for aerospace components.
• Working within a Technical Publications Team and using Agile/SCRUM methods.
• Receiving editorial feedback on drafts from other writers and/or engineers.
• Providing technical writing leadership in instruction validation with product hardware and associated tooling/machinery.
• Collaborating with engineers and repair/development technicians.
• Writing instructions utilizing ATA iSpec 2200, Simplified Technical English, and Woodward style guides.
• Gaining familiarity with technical writing tools such as Arbortext, sgml, and Woodward document management.
• Introduction to Earned Value Management as a project schedule tool.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent skills in problem solving and trouble-shooting.
• Competent in the use of PCs, MS Office Programs, and other associated software.
• High motivation, flexibility, and ability to work independently.
• Extraordinary attention to detail, logic, and organization.
• Passion for delivering clear, concise, and usable communication.
• Ability to excel in both team and independent work situations.
• Friendly, cheerful, and professional demeanor.
• High personal accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly with a focus on delivering results.
• Interest in working in the local area or industry, potentially seeking eventual employment at Woodward.
• Ability to act as an ambassador or liaison for Woodward at their university.
• Shares Woodward values: Respect for the Individual, Integrity & Ethics, Accountability, Teamwork, Customer Satisfaction, Initiative, and Results Driven.

Qualifications

• English major with a Technical Writing focus.
• Must be at least a sophomore in an accredited College or University program.
• Must have an acceptable grade point average.
• No experience required; previous internship or other working experience is a plus.
• Must be a U.S. person (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee) due to ITAR and EAR regulations.

Estimated pay: Sophomore: $23.00, Junior: $25.00, Senior: $28.00

Benefits include industry-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance (for 20+ hours per week) and sick time.