Technical Writing Intern

Carpenter Technology USA; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Commuting allowance

Job summary

Carpenter Technology in Reading, PA is seeking a Summer 2027 Technical Writing Intern. You will support creating and editing SOPs, SSWPs, and other documents to ensure safety and standard work across the mill.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, are US citizens or Green Card holders, and can work on-site. The internship offers pay of $21–$25 per hour plus housing and commuting assistance.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program majoring in Engineering.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• US Citizens or Green Card Holders due to government contracts.
• Willing and able to work on-site at Reading, PA.

Responsibilities

• Create and edit SSWPs (Standard Safe Work Practices).
• Create and edit SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Edit lockouts as part of documents and processes.
• Upload documents for approval in the system.
• Convert Lotus Notes documents to Word and upload to SharePoint.

Skills

Adaptability

Problem Solving

Active Learner

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Mainframe

Lotus Notes

SharePoint

Job description

Hi, I’m Nick, looking for a Summer 2027 Technical Writing Intern.

Who Am I?

I am passionate about providing the mill with the proper training and learning tools for each employee to succeed in their role.

I challenge my team to find continuous improvement opportunities to advance training, quality, and safety in the mill.

What Do We Do?

Business Unit: Technical Skills Training

The Technical Skills Department provides significant value to the business through training, quality support, and safety initiatives.

We develop, distribute, and facilitate training programs for employees across Carpenter.

We support the Quality Department by creating and maintaining documentation and assisting with mill audits.

Additionally, we partner with the Safety Department to ensure employees are trained on company policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Ongoing Projects

• Creating and editing documents (SOPs, SSWPs, TIs, DGs,etc)
• Learning systems (mainframe, lotus notes, sharepoint, etc)
• Understanding processes and flow paths in the mill

Your Role as an Intern

You will be a part of a dynamic team, supporting the following tasks:

• Creation and Editing SSWP
• Creation and Editing SOP
• Editing Lockouts
• Uploading created documents for approval
• Transferring Lotus Notes Documents into Word format and uploaded to SharePoint

Our interns play a major role in making sure that Carpenter has the documentation (safe, standard work, work instructions, etc...) that are needed for the Mill to operate safely and efficiently.

Our Value Proposition

This position will allow you to develop and build expertise in the following core skills:

• Adaptability – You will track, prioritize, and drive multiple concurrent projects to success, while working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Problem Solving – Develop your critical thinking and analytical skills to assess safety in the manufacturing environment, recommend solutions or next steps, and identify best practices to achieve the value of ZERO injuries.
• Active Learner – Ability and appetite to learn quickly is critical as you expand your knowledge and build your skill sets.
• Communication – Create effective verbal and written communications in and across project teams. Organize and present results to small and large audiences throughout the organization.
• Collaboration – You will work closely with multiple departments and teams on the manufacturing floor, requiring strong partnership skills.

What Do We Require?

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program majoring in Engineering
• Ideal candidates will be self-motivated and a team-players
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Willing and able to work on-site at our Reading, PA location.
• Applicants MUST be US Citizens or Green Card Holders due to Carpenter’s government contracts.

Pay Range

Hourly rates are based on: 1 – Program of study; 2 – Degree type (i.e., Bachelor’s); 3 – Progression in degree (i.e., 1st year, 2nd year, etc.). The range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00 per hour.

Commuting/Housing Assistance (If Eligible)

Interns who must commute to work from outside the immediate Reading, PA area (over 50 miles one-way), will be paid a one-time lump sum payment of $2,400 (less applicable taxes) as excessive commute allowance.

Interns who choose to temporarily relocate from outside the immediate Reading, PA area (moving over 50 miles one-way), will be paid a one-time lump sum payment of $4,800 (less applicable taxes) as a housing allowance. If applicable, this payment would be made during the first payroll cycle, which would be three or four weeks following the internship start date.

Carpenters Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At Carpenter Technology, We Are One Company for All.

Carpenter Technology has a culture that builds on the different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all employees to drive performance.

Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging is woven into our Core Values of dignity and respect for all.

By embracing our diverse perspectives, we accelerate the creation of innovative solutions that deliver value to our customers.

Benefits

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Equal Employment Policy

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.

Carpenter Technology Corporation is committed to ensuring that its online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities.

Location & Company Overview

Carpenter Technology Corporation (NYSE: CRS) is a recognized leader in high-performance specialty alloy-based materials and process solutions for critical applications in the aerospace, defense, transportation, energy, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics markets.

Founded in 1889, Carpenter has evolved to become a pioneer in premium specialty alloys, including titanium, nickel, and cobalt, as well as alloys specifically engineered for additive manufacturing (AM) processes and soft magnetics applications.

Carpenter recently expanded its AM capabilities to provide a complete “powder‑to‑part” solution to accelerate materials innovation, offer rapid prototyping, and streamline parts production.

Additional Benefits

Carpenter Technology Corporation offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Accommodation Assistance

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