Quality Assurance Specialist Internships
Quality assurance specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working QA engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings 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
Quality Assurance Specialist Internship Market
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Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Distribution & Wholesale
Tips for Your Quality Assurance Specialist Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer internships
Large employers open summer quality assurance specialist internship applications as early as September, months before the roles start. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear across the full calendar year. Check listings consistently rather than waiting for a single hiring season.
Build a QA portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for quality assurance specialist interns expect limited work history, so documented projects carry the most weight. Build two or three complete examples showing test plans, bug report logs, or automated test scripts in tools like Selenium or TestRail. Link to the work directly so recruiters can assess it without asking.
Work campus channels and direct applications together
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied specifically to your university, and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, since many quality assurance specialist internships never reach campus recruiting and fill through direct pipelines.
Practice your QA technical screen out loud
Quality assurance specialist intern interviews often include a technical screen covering testing concepts, defect life cycles, and tool-specific questions, or a short practical exercise involving test case design. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers for QA roles weigh how you think through edge cases as much as the conclusion.
Target structured QA internship cohort programs early
Larger companies in technology, manufacturing, and healthcare run dedicated quality assurance internship cohorts designed to train candidates new to the field. These programs recruit months ahead of their start dates and fill in the first application wave. Identify the ones that match your degree program and apply before general recruiting opens.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 75% of the quality assurance specialist internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start searching, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take. Applying selectively to the right work format saves time and keeps your applications focused.
Quality Assurance Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a quality assurance specialist internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio that includes documented test plans, bug reports, or QA case studies that give recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a quality assurance specialist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for quality assurance specialist interns is consistent performance on real test cycles, available headcount on the team, and learning the return-offer timeline early so you can position proactively. Treat the internship as an extended interview without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for quality assurance specialist internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, so applications for June starts often open in September and October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to actual start dates, which means openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than in a single sprint captures the full range of opportunities.
Are quality assurance specialist internships paid?
Most professional quality assurance specialist internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings display it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid arrangements are uncommon at established companies and increasingly rare across the tech, manufacturing, and healthcare sectors where QA roles concentrate.
What should a quality assurance specialist internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used, such as Selenium, JIRA, or TestRail, and link to the test plans, bug reports, or case studies so reviewers can assess the actual work. Add relevant coursework in software testing, quality systems, or engineering fundamentals, and keep the entire resume to one page.
Are there remote quality assurance specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 25% of the quality assurance specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly because they attract applicants from every geography, so apply early once you identify roles that fit your situation, and use the work-type filter to surface them without sorting through listings you cannot take.
Can international students get quality assurance specialist 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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