Winter 2027 - Software Development, Quality Assurance and AI Intern

GIRO Inc. / Le Groupe en informatique et recherche opérationnelle; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

GIRO Inc. in Montreal is seeking a Software Development, Quality Assurance and AI Intern for the Winter 2027 term. You will join an innovative team that integrates AI into its software development practices and contribute to automation and QA tooling.

During the internship, you will automate tests, develop end-to-end validation solutions, and participate in real-world projects aimed at transforming processes through artificial intelligence. Fluency in French is required.

Qualifications

• Two years of a bachelor’s degree in CS or related field completed.
• Solid programming knowledge.
• Interest in QA and test automation.
• Curious about AI-powered development assistants (Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or equivalent).
• Thrives in a collaborative team environment.
• Professional French communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Explore and use AI tools to enhance QA activities.
• Develop and automate end-to-end test scenarios.
• Create and maintain scripts for automated tests.
• Contribute to evolving internal QA tools and features.
• Participate in pilot projects integrating AI into validation and testing.

Skills

Programming knowledge

QA & test automation interest

AI-powered tools familiarity

Team player

French communication

Education

Two years of bachelor’s degree in CS/related field

Tools

Claude Code

GitHub Copilot

Job description

GIRO IS YOUR WAY FORWARD

At GIRO, our mission is clear: Improving quality of life around the world through software and services that increase the efficiency of public transport and postal delivery. Joining us means contributing to projects and initiatives that makes a real difference to millions of people. Every line of code, every idea, every action, advances our impact around the world. Join us and let’s lead the way forward, together.

Why choose GIRO?

• Join a Quebec software company that is an international leader
• Advance your career in a collaborative work environment where expertise and commitment are the driving force behind every project
• Stability based on long‑lasting client relationships and our long‑term vision

AN ENVIRONMENT FOR GROWTH

• Flexible working hours, including remote work for a balanced life.
• Team activities and annual traditions that we take pride in
• Everyday support: Employee assistance program, telemedicine and mental health support.
• Training and professional development opportunities to grow, learn and discover your way forward.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT

GIRO is looking for a Software Development, Quality Assurance and AI Intern for the Winter 2027 term. As part of an innovative team that actively integrates artificial intelligence into its software development practices, you will contribute to the evolution of our quality assurance activities by exploring, testing, and implementing new AI‑powered tools. During your internship, you will automate tests, develop solutions that streamline software validation, and participate in real‑world projects aimed at transforming our processes through artificial intelligence. If you are passionate about automation, software quality, and development assistants such as Claude Code, you'll feel right at home here.

• Exploring and using artificial intelligence tools to accelerate and enhance quality assurance activities;
• Developing and automating end‑to‑end test scenarios;
• Creating and maintaining scripts for the execution and upkeep of automated tests;
• Contributing to the evolution of our internal QA tools, including implementing and enhancing features on our testing platform;
• Participating in pilot projects aimed at further integrating artificial intelligence into our validation and testing processes.

THE SKILLS THAT WILL MAKE YOU AN ESSENTIAL MEMBER OF OUR TEAM

• You have completed at least two years of a bachelor's degree in a relevant or related field (Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, etc.);
• You have solid programming knowledge;
• You are interested in quality assurance and test automation;
• You are curious about AI‑powered development assistants (Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or equivalent), or you already have experience using them;
• You enjoy working as part of a team and thrive in a collaborative environment;
• You communicate professionally in French, both spoken and written.

In accordance with the standards and regulatory requirements to which GIRO adheres, all positions—whether permanent, fixed‑term, or internship—are subject to a criminal background check. Positions that involve access to financial data are also subject to a credit check. All verifications are conducted in accordance with GIRO’s established procedures.

Employment Conditions

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the selected country at the time an offer of employment is made. It is the sole responsibility of candidates to obtain any required work permits, visas, or other authorizations prior to their start date.

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Whoever said software development can’t be fun has never worked at GIRO! We offer a friendly environment with the development of expertise and collaboration at the heart of everything we do.

GIRO is a global leader in optimization software for public transport and postal operations, planning and management. Every day, our solutions help move millions of people and millions of parcels more efficiently. From Los Angeles to Sydney, New York to Paris and Singapore, major cities and postal operators around the world count on our software to drive forward their urban mobility.

Headquartered in Montréal, GIRO has over 700 full‑time employees, mostly in software development and operational research. By investing 30% of our resources into R&D we continuously advance our products and expertise in the industry.