IT Quality Assurance Intern

Kwik Trip, Inc.; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 2,342,000 - 3,438,000; Full time

Job summary

Kwik Trip, Inc. invites applications for a paid QA Intern to join our Information Technology team in Wisconsin.

You will work with experienced QA professionals, developers, and business teams to help ensure the quality and reliability of applications used across the company. This internship offers hands-on experience with software testing, Agile practices, and defect management while building skills for a career in technology.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Working knowledge of SQL is a plus.
• Familiarity with web technologies and terminology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and execute test plans and test cases.
• Perform functional and regression testing on web and mobile applications.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using established processes.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum events and team activities.
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and QA team members to resolve issues.
• Verify bug fixes and validate application functionality.

Skills

SQL knowledge

Web technologies

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Task management

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Confidential information handling

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing degree in Computer Science / Information Systems / Software Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

SQL tools

Job description

Location: Department 671

Full Pay Range: $17.84 to $24.96

Shift: Daytime

Actual pay will be based on various factors, such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, proficiency for the role, and internal equity. In addition to base pay, Kwik Trip gives 40% of pre‑tax profits back to our coworkers with bonuses ranging from 8-12% of each coworker's gross annual wage depending on company profitability and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401k, paid time off, and more.

Join Kwik Trip's fast-paced, guest-focused Information Technology team and gain hands‑on experience supporting the Software Quality Assurance (QA) organization. As a QA Intern, you will work alongside experienced QA professionals, developers, and business teams to help ensure the quality and reliability of applications used across the company.

This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain real‑world experience with software testing, Agile development practices, and defect management while building skills that will prepare you for a career in technology.

What You'll Do

• Maintain and execute test plans and test cases
• Perform functional and regression testing on web and mobile applications
• Identify, document, and track software defects using established processes
• Participate in Agile/Scrum events and team activities
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and QA team members to resolve issues
• Verify bug fixes and validate application functionality

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Working knowledge of SQL is a plus
• Familiarity with web technologies and terminology
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Work Schedule

This is a paid internship beginning as soon as possible and lasting approximately six months.

Candidates must be available to work:

• 20 hours per week during the academic semester
• Up to 40 hours per week during school breaks

We understand that education comes first and offer flexibility to accommodate school schedules.

Kwik Trip, Inc. is a family-owned, Midwest company, in operation since 1965. We are dedicated to serving our guests and coworkers while treating everyone like family. Along with our award-winning culture, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more about Kwik Trip and our culture.

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