Manual Software QA Intern

Role Description

Skubbs is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Manual Software QA Intern to join our Quality Assurance team. As a QA Intern, you will work under the guidance of the QA Lead and gain hands-on experience testing web and mobile applications.

This internship is ideal for students who are eager to learn software testing, understand how software is developed, and build practical experience using industry-standard QA practices. In addition to manual testing, interns will be introduced to automation testing concepts and have opportunities to learn and assist with automation testing activities as part of their development.

You will collaborate with the QA team and Developers to help ensure our products meet quality standards before release.

About Skubbs

Skubbs is a digital solutions and technology services company providing innovative support across various business functions. The IT Support role will assist in maintaining internal systems, user devices, and network infrastructure to ensure smooth operations for its teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the QA Lead and provide regular updates on assigned tasks and testing progress.
• Execute manual test cases for web and mobile applications.
• Assist in functional, regression, smoke, sanity, exploratory, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Validate implemented features against business requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Identify, document, and report software defects with clear reproduction steps.
• Verify resolved defects through retesting.
• Assist in creating and maintaining test cases, test scenarios, checklists, and test data.
• Collaborate with the QA Lead and Developers to understand features and testing requirements.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives when required.
• Assist in preparing QA documentation and test reports.
• Perform cross-browser and cross-device testing.
• Learn the fundamentals of automation testing and assist in creating or maintaining automated test scripts under the guidance of the QA Lead.
• Help ensure software quality before product releases.
• Continuously learn QA methodologies, tools, and best practices.

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Basic understanding of software testing concepts.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and QA tools.

• Basic understanding of Agile or Scrum.
• Familiarity with software testing concepts through coursework or personal projects.
• Basic understanding of web and mobile applications.
• Familiarity with browser developer tools is a plus.
• Interest in learning API testing and automation testing.

• Basic computer literacy and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Basic understanding of web and mobile applications.
• Ability to follow written instructions and execute test cases.
• Basic documentation and reporting skills.
• Familiarity with web browsers such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Firefox.
• Willingness to learn bug tracking and test management tools.
• Willingness to learn API testing and automation testing tools during the internship.

• Strong attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Time management
• Adaptability
• Positive attitude
• Eagerness to learn
• Accountability and professionalism

• During your internship, you will gain hands-on experience in:
• Manual testing for web and mobile applications.
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).
• Writing and executing professional test cases.
• Bug reporting and defect tracking.
• Regression and exploratory testing.
• Cross-browser and cross-device testing.
• Agile software development practices.
• QA documentation and release validation.
• Working closely with QA Engineers and Developers.
• API testing fundamentals using tools such as Postman.
• Test automation fundamentals using modern frameworks such as Playwright.
• Writing and maintaining basic automated test scripts under the guidance of the QA Lead.
• Understanding how manual and automation testing work together in a modern QA process.

Performance Expectations

By the end of the internship, you should be able to:

• Execute manual test cases with minimal supervision.
• Write clear and detailed bug reports.
• Create basic test cases and testing checklists.
• Verify bug fixes accurately.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of automation testing concepts and contribute to simple automation tasks under guidance.
• Contribute effectively during sprint testing activities.
• Demonstrate an understanding of QA processes and best practices.
• Communicate testing results clearly with the QA Lead and development team.

Why Join Skubbs?

At Skubbs, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Work on real-world web and mobile software projects.
• Receive mentorship and guidance from an experienced QA Lead and QA team.
• Learn both manual and automation testing using industry-standard tools and frameworks.
• Experience Agile software development in a collaborative environment.
• Build practical skills that prepare you for a career in Software Quality Assurance.
• Develop both technical and professional skills throughout your internship.
• Be considered for future internship extensions or full-time opportunities based on performance.