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Job Description


	Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

	Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

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Significant Points


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	Technical Writers

Most jobs in this occupation require a college degree—preferably in communications, journalism, or English—but a degree in a technical subject may be useful. Job prospects for most technical writing jobs are expected to be good, particularly for those with Web or multimedia experience. Excellent communications skills, curiosity, and attention to detail are highly desired traits.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Technical Writers
Computer Systems Design and Related Services	7,730
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services	3,760
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	3,580
Software Publishers	2,510
Scientific Research and Development Services	2,230
Employment Services	2,140
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing	1,470
Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing	1,370
Management of Companies and Enterprises	1,230
Newspaper, Periodical, Book, and Directory Publishers	1,180

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