Manufacturing Learning & Development Intern – Technical Documentation -Summer 2027 Internship

ATI • Cudahy, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

ATI is hiring a Learning & Development Intern – Technical Documentation for its Summer 2027 Internship Program at the Forged Products facility in Cudahy, Wisconsin. The internship runs from June through August 2027, and relocation and housing assistance are available. The role is onsite and supports the Learning & Development team by developing and improving technical training materials for manufacturing operations.

The intern will create, organize, and update standard operating procedures, work instructions, training manuals, and other technical documentation. Working with manufacturing professionals, supervisors, and subject matter experts, the intern will translate complex processes into clear, accurate, user-friendly materials that help employees work safely, consistently, and effectively. The intern will also observe manufacturing operations, support training-resource organization, and incorporate safety practices into instructional materials.

Requirements

• Be a sophomore or above in college.
• Be pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher education.
• Be able to report onsite to Cudahy for a June 2027 start date.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, edit, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, technical manuals, and training documentation for manufacturing operations.
• Partner with Learning & Development, Production, Quality, and subject matter experts to gather technical information and document manufacturing processes.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, concise, user-friendly instructions for employees.
• Review existing training materials and identify opportunities to improve clarity, consistency, accuracy, and organization.
• Assist in developing standardized templates, visual aids, and instructional resources to support employee learning and on-the-job performance.
• Observe manufacturing processes and collaborate with shop floor employees to ensure documentation accurately reflects operational procedures.
• Support the organization and maintenance of training records, documents, and learning resources.
• Incorporate safety practices and requirements into technical training materials to promote ATI's safety-first culture.
• Communicate effectively with employees and leadership across multiple departments.
• Occasionally adjust work schedules to observe operations and collaborate with employees across different shifts.

Benefits

• Relocation and housing assistance are available.
• Hands-on experience in technical writing, instructional documentation, and learning and development within a manufacturing environment.
• Practical experience creating SOPs, work instructions, and training manuals used in real-world operations.
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing processes, forging technologies, and quality and safety standards.
• Opportunities to collaborate with engineers, production supervisors, and experienced manufacturing professionals.
• Experience translating technical processes into structured, easy-to-understand learning resources.
• Insight into the aerospace and defense industries and workforce training in manufacturing.
• Professional development through real-world assignments.
• Networking with fellow interns, experienced professionals, and business leaders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern