Software Test Engineer - Internship - Summer 2026

Software Test Intern Opportunity

DEKA Research and Development, located in Manchester, NH, has an exciting opportunity for a software test intern to join our software team and work in a dynamic R&D environment. In this role, you will work alongside a group of passionate engineers to create innovative solutions that truly make a difference. This position will give exposure to several different aspects of software test development including test automation, hands on troubleshooting, implementation of tests based on software requirements and working on a product that directly improves users' lives. DEKA offers internships and co-ops for full time students (must be at least 18 years of age). Internships last a minimum of 10 weeks, 12 preferred. All summer internships must start no later than June 15, 2026.

How you will make an impact as a software test intern:

• Write unit and automated tests for an Android app using Kotlin
• Write new software tools to facilitate testing
• Learn software processes
• Help review test and development code written by the team

To be successful in this role as a software test intern, you need the following skills and experience:

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate in a computer science, computer engineering, software engineering or equivalent program.
• Kotlin, Java, or Python programming experience a plus
• Experience with Android development or testing and have successfully completed at least one year of programming course(s)
• Must be a self-starter eager to contribute in a test team environment
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be detail oriented

About DEKA: One hour from the beach, Boston, and the mountains, the historic Amoskeag Millyard once housed the largest textile mills in the world. It is now home to DEKA Research and Development, where we are taking the same innovation and cutting-edge technology into the modern age. Behind DEKA's brick walls sits a team of professionals who strive to make a difference every day through thoughtful engineering, design, and manufacturing. Here at DEKA, some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time are created, and new ideas are always welcome and explored.

Additional information:

• Applicants should be aware that short-term housing options in Manchester, NH are limited and that DEKA is not able to financially assist with housing. Public transportation is available and routes/schedules can be found by visiting the Manchester Transit Authority website.
• We try to make sure that our internship opportunities are well defined and will provide a unique experience. We understand that most candidates would like to know if they have a placement as soon as possible, but at DEKA it takes more time than other companies at we review every application that is submitted. We will try to let you know as soon as we can, but encourage you to pursue other opportunities as well.
• A full time student is defined as being enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits per semester at an undergraduate program, or a minimum of 9 credits per semester for a graduate program.