Software Quality Assurance (QA) Intern

Likha-iT Inc.; Makati; Hybrid; PHP 167,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Likha-iT Inc. in Makati is offering a QA Intern position to gain hands-on experience in software testing, defect tracking, and automation basics. You will learn how to write test cases, report bugs, and build beginner-friendly automation scripts with Playwright, mentored by senior QA staff.

You’ll perform manual testing, explore features, draft clear bug reports in JIRA, and collaborate in Agile standups. Candidates should have basic JavaScript/TypeScript knowledge and be pursuing or recently

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript from coursework or projects.
• Detail-oriented with an eye for glitches and edge cases.
• Willingness to learn new testing frameworks with mentor support.
• Adaptable across projects and priorities.
• Clear written communication for bug reports and collaboration.
• Pursuing or recently completed CS/IT/software engineering coursework.

Responsibilities

• Manual Testing: learn to test features, perform exploratory testing, identify bugs.
• Intro to Automation: write basic automated tests with JavaScript/TypeScript and Playwright.
• Defect & Test Management: draft clear bug reports in JIRA and organize test cases in Zephyr.
• Design & Spec Review: work with mentors to review requirements and build test scenarios.
• Team Collaboration: participate in daily Agile standups and sprint planning.

Skills

Coding Basics

Attention to detail

Eagerness to learn

Adaptability

Clear communication

CS/IT background

Education

Pursuing CS/IT/software eng coursework

Tools

Playwright

JIRA

Zephyr

Job description

As a QA Intern, you will gain hands‑on experience in software testing, defect tracking, and automated testing fundamentals. Supported by senior QA mentors, you’ll learn how to write test cases, report bugs, and build beginner-friendly automation scripts using tools like Playwright.

What You’ll Learn & Do

• Manual Testing: Learn how to test new features, conduct exploratory testing, and identify bugs before software goes live.
• Intro to Automation: Practice writing basic automated test scripts using JavaScript/TypeScript and Playwright with mentor guidance.
• Defect & Test Management: Draft step‑by‑step bug reports in JIRA and learn to organize test cases using Zephyr.
• Design & Spec Review: Work with mentors to review simple project requirements and build test scenarios around them.
• Team Collaboration: Participate in daily Agile standups and sprint planning to experience how software teams build products together.

What We’re Looking For

• Coding Basics: Foundational knowledge of JavaScript, TypeScript, or similar languages from coursework or personal projects.
• Detail‑Oriented: A curious mindset with an eye for spotting unexpected glitches or edge cases.
• Eagerness to Learn: Enthusiasm for picking up new testing frameworks and tools with mentor support.
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Ability to pivot smoothly when project assignments, feature priorities, or team needs shift across projects.
• Clear Communication: Ability to write clear notes when reporting bugs and collaborate respectfully across diverse, international team members.
• Education Background: Actively pursuing or recently completed coursework/thesis in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Hiring Process

1. Culture Fit Interview
2. Technical Interview

Internship Overview

• Duration: 600 hours (approx. 3–4 months)
• Work Setup: Hybrid (3 days on-site, 2 days work‑from‑home)
• Start Date: October 19, 2026 or November 3, 2026