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What is the difference between Internship Technical Communicator vs Technical Writer?

AspectInternship Technical CommunicatorTechnical Writer
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in communications, technical writing, or related fieldsOften holds a degree in technical communication, English, or related discipline
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often in tech companies or engineering firmsFull-time or freelance roles in various industries including IT, manufacturing, and healthcare
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies to train and evaluate entry-level talentEstablished role for creating user manuals, guides, and documentation

While both roles involve creating technical content, an Internship Technical Communicator is typically an entry-level position aimed at gaining experience, whereas a Technical Writer is a more experienced professional responsible for producing comprehensive documentation across industries.

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SkillBridge Aviation Maintenance Internship

dynamicaviation

Bridgewater, VA

$16 - $21/hr

Other

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Qualifications / Requirements: 

  • Currently serving in the U.S. military, with the ability to participate in the SkillBridge program. The DoD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences. 

Purpose/Objective:

Connect highly qualified transitioning service members to an aviation maintenance internship where they can further develop their skills and gain valuable civilian experience prior to transitioning out of service.  

Program Type: Internship 

Program Timeline: 2-6 months 

Program Terms 

  • The participating Service member receives full military pay and benefits while participating in the internship. 
  • The participating Service member must not work more than 40 hours in any work week. If a Service member participates in less than 20 hours per week, they shall return to work and not be on administrative leave status. 
  • The intern’s work should complement, rather than displace the work of paid employees while providing significant educational benefits to the intern.  
  • The intern and the employer understand that the internship is conducted without entitlement to a paid job at the conclusion of the internship.  
  • The Service member will work under the close supervision of the organization’s staff for the duration of the program.  

Schedule: Monday – Friday 0700-1600, lunch 1200-1300 (not to exceed 40 hours/week) 

Job Purpose: As a DoD SkillBridge Aviation Maintenance Intern, you will further develop your aviation maintenance skills with the support of experienced A&P mechanics in a variety of areas to deliver quality and value to a diverse set of customers. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Reads and interprets technical manuals and guidelines to learn basic principles of inspections, installations, repairs, or other aircraft maintenance activities 
  • Read, interpret and follow technical data 
  • Learn to diagnose mechanical or electrical problems
  • Learn to repair aircraft systems and determines serviceability of aircraft parts 
  • Learn and understand how to inspect and maintain aircraft, ensuring that work meets company and regulatory standards 
  • Maintain repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance
  • Modify aircraft structures, systems, or components, following drawings, schematics, charts, engineering orders, and technical publications
  • Replace or repair worn, defective, or damaged components, using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment
  • Assemble and install electrical, plumbing, mechanical, hydraulic, and structural components and accessories, using hand or power tools 

Skills/Qualifications: 

  • Technical and mechanical aptitude; aviation maintenance strongly preferred
  • High school education or GED equivalent is required, some college preferred 
  • Excellent communication and organization skills
  • Coachability, desire to learn and apply training
  • Must be a self-starter and highly motivated, able to work with minimal guidance
  • Organized, able to adapt to changing priorities and fast-paced environment
  • Ability to perform basic math calculations 
  • Must provide own tools at completion of program (tool list to be provided) 
  • Ability to:
    • Crawl in and out of tight spaces
    • Comfortably work at elevated heights of at least 40 feet for extended periods of time
    • Lift, balance and carry 50lbs.
    • Work in enclosed hangars and exterior weather conditions
    • Work in close proximity to other people 

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