Java Intern - Hybrid

Job Summary (List Format) – Associate Agile Developer in Test (Java Intern) Location:

Hybrid (Phoenix, AZ – Local Candidates Only) Duration:

6-month internship (20–40 hours/week) Pay:

$18/hr (W2) Overview - Internship for current college students or recent graduates in Computer Science or related field. - Flexible schedule to accommodate classes. - Hybrid work: first 2-3 days onsite, then remote with monthly office visits. Key Responsibilities - Support software release verification (smoke/regression testing, release readiness, documentation). - Create, review, and maintain test cases aligned with user stories and risk areas. - Develop and expand automated tests using Java, JUnit, Selenium, and Cucumber (BDD). - Collaborate early with developers to clarify requirements, identify test scenarios, and promote quality. - Improve and maintain test assets (page objects, step definitions, utilities). - Analyze test failures and contribute to defect triage and documentation. - Assist with continuous improvement of test strategy and coverage. Required Skills & Knowledge - Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related. - Working knowledge of Java and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts. - Understanding of software testing concepts, including unit testing (JUnit) and defect lifecycle. - Foundational database testing skills and familiarity with SQL. - Exposure to build tools (e.g., Maven). - Basic scripting knowledge (Bash/Shell, PowerShell, or Python). - Willingness to learn and collaborate in an Agile environment. Preferred/Desirable Skills - Familiarity with Spring Boot. - Experience with Oracle or MongoDB. - Exposure to CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub, GitHub Actions). - Basic knowledge of Docker or Kubernetes. - Experience with automation frameworks (Selenium, Cucumber). - Understanding of performance/load testing (e.g., JMeter). - Awareness of application security (e.g., OWASP Top 10, security tools). - Interest in AI/Machine Learning for testing or CI/CD. - Knowledge of MyBatis, Tomcat, or IBM FileNet workflows. Work Environment & Requirements - Must be local to Phoenix, AZ and able to attend onsite as needed. - Must have a personal laptop; company workstation will be provided for remote access. - Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship. - In-person interview and start within 2 weeks of offer required. Unique Aspects - Hands-on experience in building test automation, not just executing tests. - Opportunity to work with modern enterprise tech stack and testing practices. - Mentorship and structured learning/career development. Summary: This is an internship role for a motivated college student or recent graduate passionate about Java development and software testing. The position offers practical experience in modern test automation within an Agile team, with strong mentorship and exposure to an enterprise technology stack. Local Phoenix candidates only.