Manufacturing Learning & Development Intern – Technical Documentation -Summer 2027 Internship

ATI; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Assistance Technique Internationale (ATI) is seeking a Learning & Development Intern - Technical Documentation for Summer 2027 in Cudahy, WI. You will develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and training manuals for manufacturing operations, collaborating with subject matter experts to translate complex processes into clear materials.

You will gain hands-on experience in technical writing and training materials within a manufacturing environment, with relocation and housing assistance

Qualifications

• Must be a sophomore or above in college.
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Education.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, edit, and maintain SOPs, work instructions, technical manuals, and training documentation for manufacturing operations.
• Partner with Learning & Development, Production, Quality, and subject matter experts to gather technical information and document manufacturing processes.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and user-friendly instructions for employees.
• Review existing training materials and identify opportunities to improve clarity, consistency, accuracy, and organization.
• Assist in developing standardized templates, visual aids, and instructional resources to support employee learning and on-the-job performance.

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation

SOP development

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Job description

Learning & Development Intern - Technical Documentation

Summer 2027 | Cudahy, WI

Proven to Perform.

From the edges of space to the depths of the oceans, our materials are proven to perform — and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us.

Position Overview

ATI is seeking a Learning & Development Intern - Technical Documentation to join our Summer 2027 Internship Program at our Forged Products facility in Cudahy, Wisconsin, located just south of Milwaukee. This internship will run from June through August 2027, with relocation and housing assistance available.

As part of our Learning & Development team, you will play an important role in developing and improving technical training materials that support our manufacturing operations. This position focuses on creating, organizing, and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, training manuals, and other technical documentation to help employees perform their jobs safely, consistently, and effectively.

You’ll collaborate with experienced manufacturing professionals, supervisors, and subject matter experts to translate complex processes into clear, accurate, and easy‑to‑follow instructional materials.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, write, edit, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, technical manuals, and training documentation for manufacturing operations.
• Partner with Learning & Development, Production, Quality, and subject matter experts to gather technical information and document manufacturing processes.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and user‑friendly instructions for employees.
• Review existing training materials and identify opportunities to improve clarity, consistency, accuracy, and organization.
• Assist in developing standardized templates, visual aids, and instructional resources to support employee learning and on‑the‑job performance.
• Observe manufacturing processes and collaborate with shop floor employees to ensure documentation accurately reflects operational procedures.
• Support the organization and maintenance of training records, documents, and learning resources.
• Promote ATI’s safety-first culture by incorporating safety practices and requirements into technical training materials.
• Communicate effectively with employees and leadership across multiple departments.
• Occasionally adjust work schedules to observe operations and collaborate with employees across different shifts.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands‑on experience in technical writing, instructional documentation, and learning and development within a manufacturing environment.
• Practical experience creating SOPs, work instructions, and training manuals used in real‑world operations.
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing processes, forging technologies, and quality and safety standards.
• Opportunities to collaborate with engineers, production supervisors, and experienced manufacturing professionals.
• Experience translating technical processes into structured, easy‑to‑understand learning resources.
• Valuable insight into the aerospace and defense industries and the critical role of workforce training in manufacturing excellence.

About ATI’s Internship Program

Our Summer Internship Program provides meaningful, hands‑on experience while helping students develop professional skills and explore career opportunities.

• Experiential Learning: Work on meaningful projects that directly support ATI’s business and manufacturing operations.
• Professional Development: Strengthen your technical, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills through real‑world assignments.
• Professional Networking: Connect with fellow interns, experienced professionals, and business leaders through planned events and collaborative opportunities.

At ATI, you’ll gain practical experience, learn from industry experts, and contribute to projects that make a meaningful impact.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be a sophomore or above in college
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Education
• Able to report onsite to Cudahy for a June 2027 Start Date

About Us

ATI is one of the largest and most diversified specialty materials and components producers in the world. When the challenge is searing heat, crushing stress, blistering corrosion, or all of the above, we earn the right to be a customer’s first call. For more than a hundred years, we’ve been meeting these challenges for customers whose systems need to fly higher, dig deeper, stand stronger, and last longer — anywhere on, above, or below the earth.

We thrive when the expectations are great, and the barriers are high. We’re solving the world’s most difficult challenges through materials science.

Our advanced, integrated process technologies and proven performers give us a tremendous competitive advantage. When customers systems need to fly higher, dig deeper, stand stronger, and last longer — anywhere on, above or below the earth — ATI is proven to perform.

• It is ATI’s policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company’s positions.

ATI and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected be federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.