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Software Test Engineer Intern

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Sept 2025

About the role

Intern: Software Test Engineer – JR | Summer 2026 Start Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DoD), is seeking a Software Test Engineer Intern to be based in our Arlington, VA office. This Software Test Engineer will work with a fast-paced team of mission-focused engineers to solve some of the DoD’s toughest challenges. Initiative, creativity, reliability, and efficient teamwork will be required to successfully deliver innovative solutions in this dynamic customer space. Overview: IDT seeks to add a Software Test Engineer Intern that will work with systems and software engineers to develop and implement automated testing solutions for IDT programs in the Aviation domain. This position requires a dynamic individual who can contribute to IDT’s automated test and analysis processes and technologies. IDT is seeking a self-starter, who can communicate effectively and work well in a team environment. This position offers an engineer the opportunity to utilize their knowledge and talents as part of a collaborative team, developing ATRT and applying ATRT technology to create automated test and analysis solutions for tactical weapon systems. IDT’s Summer Internship Program offers students the opportunity to learn from experts and perform meaningful work in a professional work environment. IDT interns gain valuable, hands-on experience and solve real-world problems. In this program, students can expect:

A 10–12-week program; up to 40 hours per week
Competitive pay
Individual mentoring
Valuable training
A supportive culture
Social events and team-building activities

All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Security Clearance. Responsibilities Include:

Develop and implement automated testing strategies using automated testing solutions, such as IDT’s ATRT Test Manager, SmartBear’s TestComplete, or open-source test tools such as Cypress or Selenium
Automate software system operations by understanding customer and program requirements
Design, build and execute end-to-end and regression automation tests for tactical defense systems
Generate status reports for test results and associated issues
Support and enhance the existing testing process by suggesting continuous improvement initiatives
Evaluate and analyze automation metrics
Work with minimal supervision to implement best-in-class solutions
Work closely with software developers to ensure top-notch software quality, reliability and functionality using highly effective test strategies
Collect metrics required to calculate efficiencies and return on investment (ROI) attributable to test automation

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree program with a major in software engineering, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, data science, cyber security, mathematics, or aeronautical engineering

Required skills:

Experience with software testing, test automation, and test tools
Understanding test automation design patterns, and software testing principles and methodologies
Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Ability to quickly learn new applications and tools
Ability to travel up to 10%