Intern - Quality Engineer

NISC; Lake Saint Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

NISC is seeking an intern to join its Quality Engineering team. You will assist with basic testing tasks, research and report results, and contribute to release notes and documentation.

This internship emphasizes learning and hands-on project involvement, with Summer 2027 applications under consideration. Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, possess strong analytical skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Analytical problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced technology environment.
• Self-driven and eager to learn new technologies.
• Willingness to adapt to changing requirements and grow knowledge base.
• Excellent telephone and email etiquette with a customer-facing mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist and perform basic testing tasks to verify software changes meet design specifications and quality standards.
• Research, test and report results of testing scenarios.
• Write release notes and new system enhancement documentation.
• Participate on design teams to understand product enhancements.
• Test system documentation and suggest edits or enhancements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Fast-paced environment

Self-driven

Willing to learn

Open to change

Attention to detail

Telephone/Email etiquette

Education

Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

About NISC

NISC develops and implements enterprise-level and customer-facing software solutions for over 1,200+ energy cooperatives and communication organizations across North America. Our mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that are Member-focused, quality-driven and valued-priced. We exist to serve our Members and help them serve their communities through our innovative software products, services and outstanding customer support. We are an AI-forward company committed to being a technology leader in our industry. NISC has been ranked in ComputerWorld's Best Places to Work for 23 years, and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our team.

About NISC

NISC develops and implements enterprise-level and customer-facing software solutions for over 1,200+ energy cooperatives and communication organizations across North America. Our mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that are Member-focused, quality-driven and valued-priced. We exist to serve our Members and help them serve their communities through our innovative software products, services and outstanding customer support. We are an AI-forward company committed to being a technology leader in our industry. NISC has been ranked in ComputerWorld's Best Places to Work for 23 years, and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our team.

Are you ready for an internship that not only lets you work on real projects and gain authentic job experience but also has an impact on a cooperative that is helping to provide power and communications to millions of homes across the country? Join our team as a Quality Engineer and use your eye for detail, your hunger to learn, and your problem-solving skills to help NISC remain at the forefront of technology!

• Current applications submitted will be under consideration for Summer 2027 (May-August)**

Essential Functions

• Assist and perform in basic level testing tasks to verify software changes meet design specification and are functioning within total quality management standards.
• Research, test and report results of testing scenarios.
• Write release notes and new system enhancement documentation.
• Participate on design teams to better understand enhancements to products.
• Test system documentation as necessary and suggest edits/enhancements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Preferred

• Be an analytical problem solver.
• Enjoy a fast-paced environment.
• Have the drive to move forward in technology.
• Be self-driven.
• Have the want to constantly grow your knowledge base.
• Be open to change.
• Possess a strong attention to detail.
• Have excellent telephone/email etiquette and an ability to deal effectively with Member/Customers.

Desired Education and/or Certification(s)

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field

Minimum Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to see and communicate. Employees are regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move, and operate computer keyboards or office equipment.

Disclaimer

Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time.