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Technical Writer Co-op (September 2025-April 2026)

Visier Solutions Inc

Vancouver

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CAD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Technical Writer Co-op to join their dynamic team. This exciting opportunity offers hands-on experience in creating user documentation that guides users through complex features and functionalities. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll learn the intricacies of technical writing while contributing to a product that empowers organizations worldwide. If you're passionate about writing and eager to learn in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for launching your career in technical writing.

Qualifications

  • Experience writing for diverse audiences.
  • Knowledge of documentation principles and processes.

Responsibilities

  • Create user documentation that enhances user experience.
  • Collaborate with teams to align documentation with product development.
  • Interview experts to gather technical information.

Skills

Excellent communication skills
Technical writing
Analytical skills
Ability to learn complex ideas
Self-motivated

Education

Relevant coursework in technical writing
Experience with documentation principles

Tools

Madcap Flare
Adobe Illustrator
Video editing software

Job description

Technical Writer Co-op (September 2025-April 2026)

Visier is the global leader in AI-powered people analytics, workforce planning, and compensation management solutions, helping organizations gain a Workforce AI Edge. With over 60,000 customers in 75 countries, including enterprises like BASF, Panasonic, and Ford Motor Company, we empower businesses to understand the relationship between people and work, adapt faster to change, and drive better outcomes.

Backed by leading investors and valued at $1B, Visier is at the forefront of transforming the HR landscape through innovation and data-driven insights. Join us in our mission to unlock the business-transforming potential of people data

Good documentation is vital to the overall success of our products. Working closely with members of the Product Documentation team, you will be introduced to the release cycle and learn what it takes to write helpful user documentation. Our ultimate goal is to give you the mentorship, training, and work experience you need to start your technical writing career successfully!

This role is located at our Yaletown head office where we work a hybrid Tues - Thurs in office and Mon & Fri - WFH!

What you'll be doing...
  • Author and create essential content that enhances our user experience by guiding users through Visier's features and functionality.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure documentation aligns with product development requirements and timelines.
  • Interview subject matter experts to gather and understand technical information that you will be documenting.
  • Create visuals to enhance and accompany documentation to aid users in understanding complex material.
  • Ensure documentation is accurate, concise, complete, and adheres to internal specifications and style guidelines.
What you'll bring to the table...
  • Excellent communication and writing skills.
  • Experience writing for a variety of audiences.
  • Passion for continuously learning new skills and concepts.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Proven ability to quickly learn and understand complex ideas and communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently under tight deadlines.
  • Knowledge of documentation principles and processes such as single sourcing.
  • Experience with Madcap Flare or similar XML authoring tools, Adobe Illustrator, or video editing software is a bonus.

Most importantly, you share our values...

  • You roll up your sleeves
  • You make it easy
  • You are proud
  • You never stop learning
  • You play to win

The regional pay band for this role is $3600 - $4500 per month.

The compensation offered will be determined by factors such as relevant qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills. Many of our positions are eligible for additional types of compensation (e.g., commission plans, bonus, etc.) which our Talent Acquisition team will share with you if you interview for the role.

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