Technical Writer and Marketing Intern - Defense Electronics
Baton Rouge, LA
Internship
Onsite
Intern Level
Bascom Hunter is a leading provider of advanced defense electronics solutions. As a Technical Writer and Marketing Intern, you will create clear, concise content for technical documentation and marketing efforts, gaining valuable experience in the high-tech defense electronics sector.
Responsibilities
- Technical Documentation: Assist in the creation, revision, and maintenance of technical documents, including user manuals, product specifications, installation guides, and data sheets, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
- Content Development: Develop marketing content such as brochures, white papers, case studies, and blog posts that effectively communicate the value and capabilities of our products to various audiences.
- Product Descriptions: Write and update product descriptions and technical specifications for marketing materials, websites, and catalogs.
- Customer-Facing Materials: Collaborate with the marketing team to produce customer-facing materials, including presentations, newsletters, and promotional content.
- Editing and Proofreading: Review and edit technical and marketing content for consistency, grammar, style, and adherence to brand guidelines.
- Market Research: Conduct research on industry trends, competitor products, and customer needs to support the development of relevant and targeted marketing content.
- Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, product managers, and marketing professionals to gather information and translate complex technical concepts into accessible language.
- SEO and Digital Marketing Support: Assist in optimizing content for search engines and support digital marketing efforts, including social media, email campaigns, and website updates.
- Brand Messaging: Ensure that all content aligns with the company's brand voice, messaging, and strategic goals.
Qualification
Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Technical Writing, Engineering, or a related field.
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to produce clear and compelling content for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- A basic understanding of electronics or technology, with the ability to quickly learn and explain complex concepts.
- Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all written materials.
- Ability to develop innovative content that engages and informs target audiences.
- Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- A keen interest in defense electronics and a desire to contribute to the industry’s growth through effective communication.
Preferred
- Familiarity with content management systems (CMS)
- Basic graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite)