Automation Engineering Intern

Socket.dev; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions is seeking an Automation Engineering Intern to support the development, deployment, and improvement of automation solutions for enterprise retail environments. You will work with experienced engineers on automation frameworks, testing, DevOps, and AI-assisted development.

Key responsibilities include designing automated tests, maintaining test scenarios, and collaborating across engineering, product, and services teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a CS/SE/IT degree or related field.
• Foundational Java or OO language knowledge.
• Understanding of software development, testing, and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance reusable automation framework components.
• Create and maintain automated test scenarios using Java, Selenium, Cucumber, Gherkin, JUnit, and Maven.
• Assist with framework installation, configuration, testing, and validation.
• Design automated tests for browser-based retail applications and workflows.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and services teams.

Skills

Java

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Learning agility

Education

Currently pursuing degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

Cucumber

Gherkin

JUnit

Maven

Docker

Git

CI/CD

Job description

Fall 2026 Internship:

This position is located at our Frisco, TX site. Expected program dates are September 14 - December 4, 2026. Anticipated working hours will be 20-30 per week. Final hours and schedule will be determined between the intern and their manager.

Note:

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Introduction

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions is seeking an Automation Engineering Intern to support the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of automation solutions for enterprise retail environments.

The intern will work with experienced engineers to enhance automation frameworks, support software releases and installations, troubleshoot technical issues, and improve the scalability and maintainability of automated testing solutions. This role provides hands-on experience in software engineering, test automation, DevOps, and AI-assisted development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance reusable automation framework components.
• Create and maintain automated test scenarios using Java, Selenium, Cucumber, Gherkin, JUnit, and Maven.
• Support JAR updates, dependency management, version control, and software packaging.
• Assist with framework installation, configuration, testing, and validation.
• Design automated tests for browser-based retail applications and business workflows.
• Investigate and troubleshoot automation failures, environment issues, and software dependencies.
• Execute and debug automated tests in Docker-based environments.
• Improve framework performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
• Create technical documentation, installation guides, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Help define an effective support and maintenance model.
• Use AI-assisted development tools, such as Claude, Copilot, or similar platforms, to accelerate automation development, test generation, troubleshooting, and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and professional services teams.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Foundational programming experience in Java or another object-oriented language.
• Understanding of software development, testing, and debugging principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies and work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Selenium WebDriver, Cucumber, Gherkin, JUnit, or Maven.
• Familiarity with Git, APIs, Agile development, or CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Docker, Linux, containerized applications, or cloud environments.
• Familiarity with Java 8 or later.
• Experience using AI coding assistants or generative AI development tools.
• Interest in retail technology, enterprise software, automation, or quality engineering.

What You Will Gain

• Hands-on experience developing enterprise automation solutions.
• Exposure to modern software engineering, test automation, DevOps, and AI-assisted development practices.
• Mentorship from experienced automation and retail technology professionals.
• Experience contributing to solutions with measurable business impact.
• Opportunities to strengthen your technical portfolio and professional network.

About the Company:

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, Inc., is a dynamic billion-dollar global company based in Research Triangle Park, NC, providing retail store solutions to your favorite brands. Have you ever been in a hurry and made use of the self-checkout at Lowe's Foods, earned fuel rewards at Kroger, or just paid for purchases at retailers such as Walmart, Michaels, Carrefour, The Gap, Calvin Klein, Boots, Cencosud, BJ's, or Costco? These are just a few examples of our in-store solutions and impressive customer base that made us the world's installed market share leader.

The nature of retail is changing quickly, so if you share our 'Together Commerce' vision of a seamless two-way, participatory shopping experience, let's get together to drive the new economy.

EEO:

Toshiba is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, religious creed, disability, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation or any other protected factor. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should email [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION:

We at Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions firmly believe that our people are an integral part to the success of our customers. Furthermore, we're committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for all our people as highlighted by our 5 Core Principles (Create Outreach, Foster Belonging, Unleash Opportunity, Diverse Cultural Engagement and Culture of Transparency). We're passionate about our customers the retail industry and becoming a more responsible company as we help create a brighter future.