Technical Illustrator Intern

Axcelis Technologies•Beverly, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Axcelis is seeking a Technical Illustrator Intern to support our Product Documentation team. In this role, you will help create visual content that enables customers to safely install, operate, and maintain advanced equipment. You’ll gain experience translating complex mechanical and process concepts into clear, user-friendly illustrations and animations while contributing to real product documentation. Throughout the internship, you will work closely with a senior designer who will serve as your mentor, providing guidance, feedback and support.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Technical Illustration or Communication, Industrial Design, or a related field
Strong visual communication skills and attention to detail
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.)
Interest in learning technical illustration or CAD-based visualization tools
Ability to work collaboratively and take direction

Nice To Haves

Exposure to 3D or CAD-based tools (e.g., Creo Illustrate, SolidWorks Composer, Blender)
Basic understanding of technical diagrams or mechanical concepts
Experience creating illustrations for instructions, manuals, or training materials
Interest in technical documentation or user-focused design

Responsibilities

Assist in creating and updating product illustrations for manuals, procedures, and training materials
Support the development of visual content that explains equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Help translate technical concepts into clear diagrams, graphics, and animations
Learn and use technical visualization tools (e.g., CAD-based illustration tools)
Update visuals based on engineering changes and documentation feedback
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and documentation teams