INTERN Software Quality Specialist

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Job Responsibilities

• Assist in defining testable user stories by helping draft basic test cases and acceptance criteria.

• Review automated test cases with guidance to understand how they support a continuous deployment process.

• Help monitor software logs, metrics, and performance data to identify potential issues or improvement opportunities.

• Support the triage, validation, and tracking of bugs or issues reported to the team.

• Participate in “after action” reviews to learn how the team improves QA practices.

• Assist in verifying that products meet UX design standards and accessibility guidelines.

• Observe and document opportunities to improve automated testing efficiency.

• Conduct manual and exploratory testing to validate software functionality and support automated test coverage.

Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience

• No prior professional experience required.

• Familiarity with NBS products or exposure to software testing concepts is a plus.

Competencies – Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks.

• Willingness to learn how to read and understand basic programming concepts.

• Interest in learning database querying skills (e.g., SQL, MongoDB).

• Ability to understand how business requirements relate to technical solutions.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net.

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