1.8 Information about Tech Writing and Careers

What is technical writing? What is a technical writer? How does one become a technical writer? If you're new to technical writing and trying to figure out what makes tech writing different from other types of writing, these Websites should help. They offer information and services for the beginning tech writer and the published veteran. If you are considering a field in which tech writing is important, familiarize yourself with these resources.

• Eserver TC Library
  Eserver TC Library offers a wealth of information on technical writing, from careers to publishing to education.
  
  
• TECHWR-L
  TECHWR-L is an Internet-based resource for technical communicators. It provides articles and features of interest to technical writers.
  
  
• Writerswrite.com
  This resource on tech writing is part of writerswrite.com, a source of information and services for writers in general.
  
  
• Suite101.com
  Suite101 is an online publishing community; the page listed here is its tech writing page.
  
  
• Techwriters.com
  In addition to writing tips, this site also publishes jobs and puts writers in touch with potential clients.
  
  
• Online Technical Writing: Online Textbook
  This site can help with almost any assignment you complete in this course. It's probably a good idea to bookmark it.
  
  
• George Mason University's Non-Fiction Universe
  GMU provides a list of resources and links for technical writing.
  
  
• Hyperwrite's Internet Offices
  This page answers this simple question: "What is a Technical Writer?"
  
  
• Directory.net: Tech Writing Resources
  This page provides a long list of links to technical writing resources.
  
  
• Technical Writing Guidelines
  Chico State University
  
  
• Arhsnet Search Engine and Directory
  This page provides many links to technical writing resources.

Professional Organizations and Writing Careers
In any profession, professional organizations are important. Such organizations provide vital information, job contacts, and professional development. Below are links to some of the organizations to which technical and professional writers belong.

• Society for Technical Communication
  
  
  
• National Writers Union
  
  
  
• Editorial Freelance Association
  
  
  
• National Association of Science Writers
  
  
  
• Council of Science Editors
  
  
  
• International Webmaster's Association
  
  
  
• International Association of Business Communicators
  
  
  
• American Medical Writers Association