Intern - QA

TRC Companies, Inc.; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 167,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

TRC Companies is looking for a passionate Intern to join our Advanced Energy Technology Group in India. You will learn software quality assurance, automation fundamentals, API testing, and modern quality engineering practices while contributing to product quality.

As an Intern, you will work with experienced QA Engineers and Developers to learn testing fundamentals, automation frameworks, API testing, and modern quality engineering practices.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or pursuing Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of software development concepts.
• Knowledge of at least one programming language such as Java, JavaScript, Python, or C#.
• Basic Understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Basic knowledge of web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand application functionality, business requirements, and user workflows.
• Create and execute manual test cases to validate software functionality.
• Assist in identifying, documenting, and tracking software defects.
• Participate in functional, regression, smoke, and exploratory testing activities.
• Learn and contribute to automated test script development under the guidance of senior team members.
• Support web application and API testing efforts.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and QA engineers to ensure product quality.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Assist in maintaining test documentation and test execution reports.
• Continuously learn and adopt software testing and automation best practices.

Skills

Programming basics

QA basics

Web tech basics

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team player

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related

Tools

Git

Postman

Playwright/Selenium/Cypress

SQL basics

Job description

About Us

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy,transportationand infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team,you’lldiscover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Overview

TRC Companies is looking for a passionate and curious Intern to join our Advanced Energy (AE) Technology Group within POWER Sector in India. This internship is designed for recent graduates who are interested in building a career in Software Quality Assurance and Test Automation.

As an Intern, you will work alongside experienced QA Engineers and Developers to learn software testing fundamentals, automation frameworks, API testing, and modern quality engineering practices. This is an excellent opportunity to gain real-world experience in software development and testing while contributing to product quality.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand application functionality, business requirements, and user workflows.
• Create and execute manual test cases to validate software functionality.
• Assist in identifying, documenting, and tracking software defects.
• Participate in functional, regression, smoke, and exploratory testing activities.
• Learn and contribute to automated test script development under the guidance of senior team members.
• Support web application and API testing efforts.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and QA engineers to ensure product quality.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Assist in maintaining test documentation and test execution reports.
• Continuously learn and adopt software testing and automation best practices.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of software development concepts.
• Knowledge of at least one programming language such as Java, JavaScript, Python, or C#.
• Basic Understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Basic knowledge of web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Duration:

• 3-6 Months (with potential for extension or pre-placement consideration based on performance)

Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Skills:

• Academic, personal, or project experience involving software testing or automation
• Familiarity with Git or version control systems.
• Basic knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Exposure to automation tools such as Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, or similar tools.
• Basic understanding of API concepts and testing tools such as Postman.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies through coursework or projects.

What You’ll Gain:

• Software Testing Fundamentals
• Test Automation using modern frameworks
• Web and API Testing
• Defect Tracking and Root Cause Analysis
• Agile Development Practices
• Version Control and Collaborative Development
• Industry-standard Quality Engineering Practices

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EEO Statement

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC’s career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.