Intern, Systems Test Engineer

Waters Corporation; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Waters Corporation is seeking a Systems Test Intern for a summer internship at our New Castle, Delaware office. This ten-week program offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a leading specialty measurement company.

The intern will work with cross-functional teams, provide testing support, and help improve system quality. Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation.
• Experience designing test plans and executing test cases.

Responsibilities

• Characterize complete system behavior.
• Work with a cross-functional team on system evaluations.
• Provide testing support for automation and manual tests.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Test plan design

Familiarity with test management tools

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Jira

MS Azure

Job description

Overview

Waters Corporation is always looking to hire outstanding future talent for our company. The TA Instruments R&D team is looking to hire a summer intern out of our New Castle, Delaware office. This internship is a phenomenal opportunity to gain real‑world experience while working at the world's leading specialty measurement company. This internship will last approximately ten weeks and the program will commence in the spring/summer of 2025.

Waters is laser focused on:

• Groundbreaking Life-Science Innovation: With our scientific expertise, we aim to solve problems that matter. We develop innovative analytical technologies to catalyze groundbreaking advancements in drug discovery, propel clinical development, and ensure the safety and quality of both small and large molecule therapies, including novel modalities such as Cell & Gene Therapy and mRNA.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Our people are paramount in enabling us to solve problems that matter. Waters is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that is representative of the societies we live in. Our approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is designed to shift attitudes, foster inclusive behaviors, and encourage increased representation of employees with diverse backgrounds.
• Global Impact: With operations in over 35 countries and a global team of over 8,000, our work goes beyond the life sciences. We contribute to ensuring the safety of food and water, such as precise PFAS measurement, and advancing new materials and technology, including batteries for electric vehicles.

Responsibilities

As a Systems Test Intern, you will:

• Characterize complete system (instrument and software) behavior.
• Work closely with a cross functional team in evaluating current systems and aid in design decisions on future development.
• Provide testing support in the design and execution of automation and/or manual tests.
• Provide work estimation and tracking information to support management decisions and planning.
• Keep a pro‑active attitude to insure continuous improvement of the system quality, work process and individual skills.

Qualifications

At Waters, we view the internship program as a mutually beneficial opportunity designed to equip students with real‑world experience, while learning from industry leaders in their functional area of choice. Our goal is that an internship at Waters will enable you to build your network as an early career professional, fast‑tracking your future career prospects and setting you up for success in the job market. A few key attributes we are seeking in intern candidates include:

• Pursuing Bachelors degree (preferably in Materials Science, Physics, Engineering or Computer Science)
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to troubleshoot issues and communicate findings effectively.
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation, including the ability to collect and analyze relevant data to understand a product's behavior under different conditions.
• Experience designing test plans, executing test cases, analyzing results, and writing test reports.
• Familiarity with test management tools, like Jira and MS Azure.
• Please ensure that you will be near to the location to which you are applying as in‑person engagement will be required for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status.