QA Manager Internships
Qa manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working QA practitioners, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Roles are concentrated across Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Distribution & Wholesale, with Melaleuca, BioMarin Pharmaceutical, and DHL among the employers posting roles now.
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The SQA Intern is responsible for working with engineering teams to improve the quality of products being developed. The core purpose of this position is to execute the test effort on software development projects. You will be part of an engineering team designing and building embedded, desktop, web and mobile applications that will enable Brady to provide various solutions to our customers globally.
Requirements:- Develop a thorough understanding of our software and printer products
- Participates in Scrum teams
- Execute manual tests and provide test results to the team
- Report and verify defects and troubleshoot issues
- Responsible for supporting product testing activities for software and printer products. Work together with product teams as needed to resolve issues in an efficient manner to support product launch plans
- Performs other tasks as required. Responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to, the duties listed on this job description
Req Benefits:
- Comprehensive insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision
- Generous 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunity to participate in incentive programs for all full-time employees
- Family planning benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption and surrogacy assistance
- Education reimbursement opportunities
- Scholarship program for children of Brady employees
- A variety of Employee Resource Groups to provide you with unique networking, development, and volunteer opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and related wellness programs (mental and behavioral health, family counseling, financial management)
- Dress-for-your-day dress code
- Charitable contributions matched through Brady's Matching Gift program
Additional Details :
Brady makes products that make the world a safer and more productive place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we're just about everywhere you look. Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world-class manufacturing capabilities.
Why work at Brady:
A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.
What You Need To Be Successful
- Working toward a degree in Bachelors of Science in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- Organized with attention to detail
- This is a full-time internship for the summer (May – August of 2026).
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00/Hour
The SQA Intern is responsible for working with engineering teams to improve the quality of products being developed. The core purpose of this position is to execute the test effort on software development projects. You will be part of an engineering team designing and building embedded, desktop, web and mobile applications that will enable Brady to provide various solutions to our customers globally.
Requirements:- Develop a thorough understanding of our software and printer products
- Participates in Scrum teams
- Execute manual tests and provide test results to the team
- Report and verify defects and troubleshoot issues
- Responsible for supporting product testing activities for software and printer products. Work together with product teams as needed to resolve issues in an efficient manner to support product launch plans
- Performs other tasks as required. Responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to, the duties listed on this job description
Req Benefits:
- Comprehensive insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision
- Generous 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunity to participate in incentive programs for all full-time employees
- Family planning benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption and surrogacy assistance
- Education reimbursement opportunities
- Scholarship program for children of Brady employees
- A variety of Employee Resource Groups to provide you with unique networking, development, and volunteer opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and related wellness programs (mental and behavioral health, family counseling, financial management)
- Dress-for-your-day dress code
- Charitable contributions matched through Brady's Matching Gift program
Additional Details :
Brady makes products that make the world a safer and more productive place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we're just about everywhere you look. Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world-class manufacturing capabilities.
Why work at Brady:
A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.
What You Need To Be Successful
- Working toward a degree in Bachelors of Science in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- Organized with attention to detail
- This is a full-time internship for the summer (May – August of 2026).
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00/Hour
QA Manager Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Distribution & Wholesale
Tips for Your QA Manager Internship Search
Apply earlier than the role posting suggests
Large employers recruit summer qa manager interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts months before the start date. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Map the employers you want and check their career pages in September and October, not January.
Build a portfolio before you apply
QA manager intern candidates who stand out arrive with documented proof: a GitHub repository of automated test scripts, a written defect log from a personal or class project, or a quality audit writeup with measurable findings. Two or three complete examples give recruiters something concrete to assess when your work history is limited.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and catches roles that never come to your campus at all.
Practice the qa manager intern screen out loud
QA manager intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering testing concepts, defect lifecycle, and sometimes light automation or scripting. Practice explaining your reasoning step by step, not just the answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through a quality problem as much as whether your final answer is correct.
Target structured internship programs built for new entrants
Larger technology, manufacturing, and enterprise software companies run cohort or university internship programs specifically designed to train people new to quality assurance. These programs include mentorship, rotations, and defined project scopes. They recruit early and fill fast, so identify the ones that fit your background and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 75% of the qa manager internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you search, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles you can't take. On Migrate Mate, the work-type filter surfaces remote and hybrid listings separately from on-site ones.
QA Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a qa manager internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For qa manager candidates, the concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a documented test plan, bug report log, or quality audit sample. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a qa manager internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For qa manager interns, what drives it most is performance on real testing work, whether the team has open headcount when your internship ends, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position yourself for one without counting on it, and keep other options open in parallel.
When should I apply for qa manager internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer qa manager interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role fits your timeline gives you the best shot at structured cohort programs.
Are qa manager internships paid?
Most professional qa manager internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid qa manager internships exist but are uncommon outside of academic credit arrangements, and they're rarer at larger technology, manufacturing, and enterprise software employers.
What should a qa manager internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used and link to the work, such as a GitHub repository with automated test scripts, a documented defect report, or a quality process audit writeup. Add relevant coursework in software testing, systems, or process improvement. Keep the whole resume to one page.
Are there remote qa manager internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 25% of the qa manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from anywhere, so apply early once you find a role that fits. Use the work-type filter to see only remote or hybrid listings and avoid sorting through roles you can't actually take.
Can international students get qa manager internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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