Entry Level QA Specialist Jobs

New grad qa specialist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship testing work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Food & Beverage, Technology & Software, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with employers like Maverick Tech, Reser's Fine Foods, and JBS Foods hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles129+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerMaverick Tech
Top citySunnyvale, CA
Work type92% On-site
Top industryFood

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Arthrex
Engineering Co-op - Quality Assurance - Supplier Quality (AMIE)
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Arthrex
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Engineering Co-op - Quality Assurance - Supplier Quality (AMIE)
Arthrex
Ave Maria, Florida
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
5,001-10,000

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Atlas Copco Group
Quality Assurance Inspector
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Atlas Copco Group
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Quality Assurance Inspector
Atlas Copco Group
New Hudson, Michigan
Audit
Business Analysis
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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MES Solutions
Clinical Quality Assurance Coordinator
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MES Solutions
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Clinical Quality Assurance Coordinator
MES Solutions
Norwood, Massachusetts
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Quality Control
$27 - $31/hr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida
Quality Assurance and Quality Control Engineer
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Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida
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Quality Assurance and Quality Control Engineer
Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida
Belle Glade, Florida
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
HACCP Certification
201-500

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Entry Level QA Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Maverick Tech
Maverick Tech5 open roles
Reser's Fine Foods
Reser's Fine Foods5 open roles
JBS Foods
JBS Foods3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage16
  • Technology & Software12
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals12
  • Consulting & Professional Services11
  • Manufacturing9

Entry Level QA Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level qa specialist job?

Focus on demonstrating hands-on testing skills through internships, academic projects, or self-directed practice with tools like Selenium, JIRA, or Postman. Employers at this level look for familiarity with test case documentation, bug reporting, and basic software development lifecycles. A portfolio showing real test plans or documented defects can set you apart from other candidates who have similar, limited work histories.

Which companies hire entry level qa specialists?

Companies hiring entry level qa specialists right now include Maverick Tech, Reser's Fine Foods, and JBS Foods, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including technology startups, enterprise software firms, healthcare IT providers, and e-commerce companies building out their quality assurance teams.

Are there remote entry level qa specialist jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 8% of entry level qa specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it one of the more flexible roles for candidates who prefer not to relocate for a first position. Hybrid arrangements are especially common at larger technology and financial services companies.

Are these new grad qa specialist jobs?

Yes, many listings here are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates with little or no professional experience. A new grad friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward that threshold, and treats a testing portfolio or relevant coursework as a substitute for a formal work history. Look for postings that list "0-2 years" or "recent graduates encouraged" in the requirements.

Which industries hire the most entry level qa specialists?

Entry Level qa specialist roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Technology & Software, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they ship software or regulated products continuously and need junior testers to support growing quality assurance pipelines without requiring deep specialized experience on day one.