Quality Assurance Intern Jobs in Colorado

Quality Assurance Intern jobs in Colorado concentrate in aerospace and defense, medical devices, software, and food and beverage manufacturing, with Denver, Boulder, and the Colorado Springs corridor accounting for most openings across every experience level from first-year student to recent graduate. Employers like Lockheed Martin, Ball Corporation, and Envision Genomics maintain lasting QA operations in the state and regularly bring on interns. The most sought-after specialties are software testing and test automation, regulatory compliance for FDA-regulated products, and manufacturing process inspection. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles101+
Top employerCognizant
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring25
Work type46% Hybrid
Top industryAccounting

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Motorola Solutions
QA Engineer (Business Systems & Order Management) (US REMOTE)
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Motorola Solutions
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QA Engineer (Business Systems & Order Management) (US REMOTE)
Motorola Solutions
Colorado
Cloud Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$80k - $95k/yr
Remote (US)
Associate's degree in computer science
10,000+

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Cognizant
QA Analyst with Facets Claims experience
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QA Analyst with Facets Claims experience
Cognizant
Englewood, Colorado
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Project Management
$53k - $93k/yr
Remote (US)
10,000+

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UCHealth
Manager Perioperative Patient Safety, QA & Regulatory UCH
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UCHealth
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Manager Perioperative Patient Safety, QA & Regulatory UCH
UCHealth
Aurora, Colorado
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
$47.57 - $76.11/hr
On-Site
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Colorado Premium
Quality Assurance Technician
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Quality Assurance Technician
Colorado Premium
Denver, Colorado
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$17.4 - $22.02/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Watermark Risk Management International
IT/IA I - Information Technology/ Assurance Specialist
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IT/IA I - Information Technology/ Assurance Specialist
Watermark Risk Management International
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
$88k - $109k/yr
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
51-200

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Quality Assurance Intern Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Colorado Springs
12 jobs
Englewood
9 jobs
Westminster
7 jobs
Louisville
6 jobs
Aurora
5 jobs
Boulder
5 jobs
Greeley
5 jobs
Centennial
4 jobs

Quality Assurance Intern Job Market in Colorado

A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Cognizant
Cognizant6 open roles
JBS Foods
JBS Foods5 open roles
Sierra Space
Sierra Space4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Technology & Software

What Colorado Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance intern jobs across Colorado.

  • Enrollment in a bachelor's program in engineering, computer science, or a related field
  • Familiarity with QA methodologies including test planning, defect tracking, and root cause analysis
  • Hands-on experience or coursework in software testing tools such as Selenium, JIRA, or TestRail
  • Understanding of regulatory standards relevant to Colorado industries such as FDA 21 CFR or AS9100
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting test cases and reporting defects
  • Ability to work on-site at Colorado facilities with reliable transportation or proximity to the employer

Quality Assurance Intern Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality assurance intern in Colorado?

Most quality assurance intern roles in Colorado require active enrollment in a bachelor's or associate degree program in engineering, computer science, life sciences, or a related technical field. Colorado does not require a state license for QA interns, but employers in regulated industries like aerospace and medical devices expect coursework in quality systems or regulatory standards. Building a portfolio of academic lab work, personal projects, or relevant certifications like ISTQB Foundation strengthens any application considerably.

Which companies hire quality assurance interns in Colorado?

Employers hiring quality assurance interns in Colorado right now include Cognizant, JBS Foods, and Sierra Space, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Colorado's dense aerospace, defense, and medical technology sectors mean QA internships frequently appear at both large primes and smaller contract manufacturers along the Front Range.

Which Colorado cities have the most quality assurance intern jobs?

Denver, Colorado Springs, and Englewood hold the most quality assurance intern openings in Colorado. Denver drives the largest share through its concentration of software companies, health tech firms, and corporate headquarters, while Boulder's biotech and clean energy startups add consistent demand, and Colorado Springs benefits from the substantial aerospace and defense presence anchored by military installations and their contractor networks.

Are there remote quality assurance intern jobs in Colorado?

Yes, and they are more common than in many technical fields, since software-focused QA work can often be done from anywhere. About 63% of quality assurance intern openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, though hardware, manufacturing, and lab-based QA roles almost always require on-site presence. Remote opportunities are most prevalent in software test automation and user acceptance testing positions.

How can I get hired as a quality assurance intern in Colorado with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to structured internship programs at large Colorado employers before any formal QA experience. Companies like Lockheed Martin and Ball Corporation run early-career and college recruiting programs specifically designed for students with no prior industry exposure. Completing a free or low-cost certification like ISTQB Foundation, contributing to open-source testing projects, or moving laterally from a customer support or technical writing role at a software company gives a concrete edge when competing for a first internship.

Where can I find and apply to quality assurance intern jobs in Colorado?

You can find and apply to quality assurance intern jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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