Software Engineer Intern

InternSG; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

InternSG is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications while advancing our test automation and quality initiatives. You’ll contribute across the stack, implement automated tests with Playwright, and help ensure production-ready reliability.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Computer Science or related degree, with hands-on experience in TypeScript/JavaScript and Python, and a willingness to learn Playwright, Docker, and database basics in a

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain web applications and backend services
• Build and maintain automated testing frameworks using Playwright for end-to-end, integration, and regression testing
• Develop automation scripts for workflow automation and repetitive tasks
• Collaborate with fellow engineers to deliver robust, scalable solutions
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize applications for reliability and performance
• Support system availability through monitoring applications and logs
• Stay current with automation tools and testing best practices, sharing knowledge with the team
• Report progress and issues to the team

Skills

Next.js

TypeScript/JavaScript

Python

Playwright

Jest

Puppeteer

Docker

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

REST API

Networking basics

Cybersecurity basics

Education

Pursuing a degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Playwright

Docker

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

REST API

Job description

About the Role

We're looking for a Software Engineering Intern to build and maintain scalable web applications while driving our test automation and quality initiatives. You'll work across the entire stack—developing features, designing automated testing frameworks, and ensuring our systems are reliable, well-tested, and production-ready.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain web applications and backend services
• Build and maintain automated testing frameworks using Playwright for end-to-end, integration, and regression testing
• Develop automation scripts for workflow automation and repetitive tasks
• Collaborate with fellow engineers to deliver robust, scalable solutions
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize applications for reliability and performance
• Support system availability through monitoring applications and logs
• Stay current with automation tools and testing best practices, sharing knowledge with the team
• Report progress and issues to the team

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or related field

Technical Skills

• ExperiencewithNext.js
• Experience with programming in TypeScript/JavaScript (Node.js) and Python
• Experiencewith or willingness to learnPlaywright for browser automation and end-to-end testing
• Experience with or willingness to learn automated testing tools (Jest, Puppeteer, etc)
• Familiarity with containerization using Docker
• Experience with or exposure to relational databases (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB)
• Basic knowledge of REST API design and integration
• Basic knowledge of networking fundamentals (HTTP, DNS, TCP/IP, proxies)
• Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles

Soft Skills

• Self-directed problem solver who can navigate unfamiliar codebases and learn new technologies independently
• Strong attention to detail, especially in testing and debugging
• Comfortable questioning assumptions and receptive to feedback