Software Quality Assurance (QA) InternMom's Meals • Ankeny, Iowa, United States, 50021

Software Quality Assurance (QA) Intern

Mom's Meals • Ankeny, Iowa, United States, 50021

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Software Quality Assurance (QA) Intern

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented QA Intern to join our software quality assurance team. This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in software testing, including manual testing and exposure to test automation tools and processes. Under the guidance of experienced QA engineers, the intern will assist in creating and executing test cases, identifying bugs, documenting issues, and helping ensure software quality across various platforms.

This is an excellent opportunity for students in Computer Science or related fields who are interested in pursuing a career in software testing and quality assurance.

The Mom's Meals Summer Internship Program is a paid project-based 12-week program running May 18, 2026, through August 7, 2026. Our internship program provides interns with the training, coaching, and hands-on experience to be successful professionals in their chosen fields. Internship assignments focus on practical, value-added projects that create a connection between what is learned in the classroom and what is required in the healthcare and manufacturing sectors.

This is an onsite position in our headquarters in Ankeny, IA. Candidates should be local to the Des Moines / Ames, IA area since no relocation assistance or housing stipend is offered.

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to

Assist in creating test cases and executing manual test scenarios
Work with QA team members to verify software functionality based on requirements
Help document bugs, software issues, and test results
Participate in regression testing and retesting of resolved issues
Support test planning and scheduling activities under supervision
Collaborate with software developers and team members to understand project goals
Gain exposure to automation testing tools and contribute to simple test scripts
Learn and apply QA best practices and methodologies in a real-world environment

Required Skills and Experience

College junior level or higher at time of internship

Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Minimum GPA of 2.8 or higher

Basic understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies

Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Office, SQL

Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Eagerness to develop technical skills and contribute to a fast-paced development environment

Preferred Skills and Experience

Programming / scripting language

Physical Requirements

Repetitive motions that include the wrists, hands and / or fingers

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting, remaining in a stationary position for prolonged periods

Visual perception to perform job including peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

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Intern Quality Assurance • Ankeny, Iowa, United States, 50021