Technical Writing Co-Op: Hands-On Lab Experience

Teradyne Inc.; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Teradyne Inc. seeks a Technical Writer Co-Op for Spring 2027 in North Reading, MA. The internship runs on-site for approximately 40 hours per week, beginning January 2027 and continuing through May 2027.

You will work with engineers and other writers to capture hands-on lab observations and turn them into clear, accurate documentation. The role focuses on documenting procedures, writing step-by-step instructions, and developing visuals with tools like MadCap Flare.

Qualifications

• Currently an undergraduate student in technical writing or related field.
• Comfortable asking questions and working with people from different backgrounds.
• Detail-oriented and able to record information accurately while observing hands-on work.
• Willing to spend significant time in a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Observe equipment, installations, upgrades, and service procedures in a laboratory environment.
• Take detailed notes and photographs to capture documentation needs.
• Write new procedures based on lab observations.
• Work with engineers and writers to clarify processes and fill gaps in existing docs.
• Participate in document reviews and incorporate SME feedback.
• Edit images and create diagrams and flow charts.

Skills

Technical writing

Detail-oriented

Collaboration

Laboratory work

Education

Undergraduate student

Tools

MadCap Flare

Git

Job description

Teradyne Inc. seeks a Technical Writer Co-Op for Spring 2027 in North Reading, MA. The internship runs on-site for approximately 40 hours per week, beginning January 2027 and continuing through May 2027.

You will work with engineers and other writers to capture hands-on lab observations and turn them into clear, accurate documentation. The role focuses on documenting procedures, writing step-by-step instructions, and developing visuals with tools like MadCap Flare.