Internship in Technical Documentation (f/m/d)

Hug Engineering AG; Elsau; Remote; CHF 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Hug Engineering AG offers an internship in Technical Documentation (f/m/d) for six months starting Spring 2027. The role is 100% on-site, with on-site research across Development, Service and Production.

You will write and visualise documentation content and help refine editorial guidelines and processes. The ideal candidate is a enrolled Bachelor's student in Technical Communication/Writing, has experience with Adobe Illustrator and an XML CMS, and communicates fluently in German with good

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication/Writing.
• Strong technical understanding with Adobe Illustrator and XML-based content management systems.
• Excellent German and good English communication skills, written and spoken.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Enjoy working in a team with a hands-on mentality.

Responsibilities

• Create documentation chapters with text and visuals.
• Conduct on-site research within Development, Service and Production; remote work is not available.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of editorial guidelines and documentation processes.
• Receive comprehensive mentoring and learnings to develop your documentation skills.

Skills

German language

English communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelors in Technical Communication/Writing

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

XML CMS

Job description

Internship in Technical Documentation (f/m/d)

Start Date: Spring 2027
Duration: Fixed-term contract for 6 months
Workload: 100%

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively create documentation chapters, including both text and visual content
• Conduct research directly on-site within our Development, Service, and Production departments. Therefore, remote work is not an option.
• Contribute actively to the development and improvement of our editorial guidelines and documentation processes
• You will never be asked to make coffee for us. Instead, we are committed to sharing all our expertise related to our company documentation and are happy to invest additional time in your learning and development.

YOUR PROFILE

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Technical Communication/ Writing
• Good technical understanding and experience with Adobe Illustrator and XML-based content management/authoring systems
• Excellent German and good English communication skills, both written and spoken
• Strong organizational skills combined with an independent and accurate way of working
• Enjoy working in a team and bring a hands‑on mentality

YOUR CHANCES

• An exciting opportunity to gain initial professional experience in technical documentation and technical writing
• Insight into our documentation compliance and requirements management processes, from which metadata is generated and maintained
• The opportunity to contribute to preparations for the Digital Product Passport
• Comprehensive support, mentoring, and a wide range of learning and development opportunities

Hug Engineering is one of the world‘s leading manufacturers of exhaust aftertreatment systems for high horsepower engines in mobile and stationary operations . Our applications range from yachts with an engine output of 200kW to large power plant engines with 20MW. Moreover, we develop innovative systems that are specifically tailored to the use of alternative fuels such as methanol, hydrogen and ammonia. This is your chance to be part of our success story, perform multifaceted tasks, and evolve as you take on new challenges . Hug Engineering is your opportunity to apply your skills and ideas, while also making an active contribution to a clean environment .