If you are looking for a job or just to network, or if you are a hiring manager or recruiter looking to fill a job, STC-New England has a service for you. The Member Profile/Resume Bank provides information about members and links to their resumes. The profile posting service is free for STC-New England members. |
Your Chapter Needs YOU!New volunteers are always valuable since they contribute new ideas and additional skills. We all have the same goals, such as, to further our skills, learn more about and promote our profession, and network with others. Please pitch in to help us provide services to you and our STC New England Chapter members. For more information about volunteering contact Rick Lippincott at rjl6955@yahoo.com. |
Special Interest GroupsThe Boston Chapter provides the following Special Interest Groups (SIGs) for its members. To learn more about an upcoming SIG meeting, click on a link for an active SIG. Active SIGsThe Consulting and Independent Contracting (CIC) SIG is a group of individuals who provide technical communications services on a contract basis. The Technical Editing (TE) SIG meets to address matters related to technical editing. The Tools and Technology (T&T) SIG explores emerging technology within the industry, using panel discussions, speakers, and demonstrations. Previously Active SIGs Waiting for a LeaderThe Online Information SIG meets to discuss subjects relating to providing information online, online help, Web sites, and authoring tools. The Idea Watch SIG addresses current events and trends facing technical writers and associated professionals. We meet to discuss issues that stem from our daily experiences and support our discussion with current books, magazine articles, Web sites, and other sources of published information. The SIG also provides a structured forum to discuss matters that do not neatly fit in with other SIGs. The International SIG meets to discuss topics related to translation and localization, such as cultural aspects of international communication, writing for localization, translation and localization tools, working with localization vendors, project management, quality, and cost control. The Usability SIG explores all aspects of usability in technical communication, software development, and Web site design. The International SIG arranges presentations on localization and translation, including cultural and linguistic issues in translation, writing for an international audience, and localization and translation tools. The AccessAbility SIG is dedicated to removing barriers that prevent access to the World Wide Web. The focus of the group is twofold: to raise awareness about these barriers to Web designers and to provide information to assist individuals with functional disabilities.
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