Technical Writing & Documentation Intern

Job Title:

Technical Writing & Documentation Intern (Summer 2024)

The Company:

A pioneer in ocean-energy technology, Ocean Power Technologies’ (OPT) sustainable power generation and data capabilities with low- and no-carbon solutions allow for smarter and faster actionable insights as ocean operations become increasingly digitized. OPT provides intelligent maritime solutions and services that enable safer and more productive ocean operations for the defense and security, oil and gas, science and research, and offshore wind markets. OPT is headquartered in New Jersey, with offices and facilities in Richmond, CA. To learn more, visit www.oceanpowertechnologies.com.

The Role:

The Technical Writing & Documentation Intern will work with the Autonomous Vehicles engineering and production teams in the generation of detailed documentation for manuals, manufacturing assembly instructions, and QA/QC procedures.

Location:

Richmond, CA

Responsibilities:

• Create comprehensive, user-friendly customer manuals on ASV assembly, operation, and technical support.
• Work with subject matter experts to develop, organize, and write procedure manuals, technical specifications, and process documentation.
• Assist with the generation of QA/QC procedures and checklists.

• Develop content in alternative media forms for maximum usability, with consistent voice across all documentation.
• Work with development and support leads to identify documentation repositories, revise and edit, and determine best solutions for data compilation and centralized storage.
• Research, create, and maintain information architecture templates that adhere to organizational and legal standards and allow for easy data migration.

• Perform other tasks as required.

Qualifications:

• Junior or Senior status in a 4-year university pursuing an English or Engineering degree.
• Ability to quickly learn and understand complex subject matter.
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team setting.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to work with engineers to improve user experience, refine content, and create visuals and diagrams for technical support content.
• Ability to present complex data in clear, concise text and graphics.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

*Duration of Internship will be from June 3rd, 2024 - August 16th, 2024*