Technical Writer Intern - The Toro Company

The Toro Company; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress for your day

Volunteerism

Summer Hours

Competitive Pay

Job summary

The Toro Company, headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, offers an internship in technical communications. You will learn how information delivery systems are organized, and collaborate with the Toro technical writing team to develop materials, while reviewing text and graphics for accuracy.

Responsibilities include reviewing existing machinery-related content and ensuring clarity, with emphasis on teamwork and a strong learning mindset. Competitive internship perks apply.

Qualifications

• Majoring in Technical Communications from an accredited university.
• Completed junior-level courses preferred.
• Ability to stay organized and able to use Microsoft Office, Arbortext, and common graphics programs without much direction.
• Strong desire to learn, collaborate, and effectively communicate in a team setting while achieving a common goal.
• Experience with step-by-step instruction development, understanding of basic industrial machine functions (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic).

Responsibilities

• Learn how modern technical information delivery systems are organized.
• Work with the Toro technical writing team to develop new materials.
• Review and edit both text-based and graphic-based materials.
• Review existing materials on actual machinery for clarity and accuracy.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Arbortext

Graphic programs

Team collaboration

Instruction development

Industrial machine knowledge

Education

Technical Communications major

Junior-level courses preferred

Tools

Arbortext

Graphics software

Job description

Who Are We?

The Toro Company (TTC) has delivered market-leading, innovative products and outstanding customer care for more than 100 years. With over 11,000 employees worldwide, TTC is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, USA. Our company designs and manufactures turf maintenance equipment; turf irrigation systems; landscape and lighting products; snow and ice management solutions; agricultural irrigation systems; rental, specialty and underground construction equipment; and residential turf and snow equipment. We market and sell TTC products worldwide through a network of distributors, dealers, mass retailers, hardware retailers, equipment rental center and home centers—as well as online direct to end users.

What Will You Do?

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:

• Learn how modern technical information delivery systems are organized
• Work with the Toro technical writing team to develop new materials
• Review and edit both text-based and graphic-based materials
• Review existing materials on actual machinery for clarity and accuracy

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

• Majoring in Technical Communications from an accredited university.
• Completed junior-level courses preferred.
• Ability to stay organized and able to use Microsoft Office, Arbortext, and common graphics programs without much direction.
• Strong desire to learn, collaborate, and effectively communicate in a team setting while achieving a common goal.
• Experience with step-by-step instruction development, understanding of basic industrial machine functions (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic), graphic arts is preferred.

What Can We Give You?

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our interns know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive pay- The Toro Company offers interns a variety of perks, including:

• Dress for your day – We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.
• Volunteerism – The Toro Company is proud to provide interns 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
• Summer Hours *Based on Location* – Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at certain locations are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday.
• Competitive Pay – Competitive compensation with an anticipated hourly rate of $20–$24. Actual rates may vary based on factors such as academic standing, business function, and other relevant considerations.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non‑merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.

With roots dating back to 1914, The Toro Company was built on a tradition of quality and caring relationships. Today, the company is a leading worldwide provider of innovative solutions for the outdoor environment including turf and landscape maintenance, snow and ice management, underground utility construction, rental and specialty construction, and irrigation and outdoor lighting solutions. Through a strong network of professional distributors, dealers, rental stores and retailers in more than 125 countries, we proudly offer a wide range of products across a family of global brands to help golf courses, professional contractors, underground construction professionals, groundskeepers, agricultural growers, rental companies, government and educational institutions, and homeowners – in addition to many leading sports venues and historic sites around the world.