{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6a36e61993dd4bcd16eebfcd","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6a36e61993dd4bcd16eebfcd","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6a36e61993dd4bcd16eebfcd","title":"Software Engineering Intern for QA","description":"METER Group is seeking a Software or Embedded Engineering Intern to join our development team. The successful candidate will be pursuing a degree in computer science, electrical or computer engineering or a related field at a local university within 50 miles of Pullman, WA. The Engineering Intern will be responsible for creating and executing automated test scripts under the supervision of a senior software engineer. A successful candidate gains valuable work experience while interacting closely with METER's cross-disciplinary development teams to ensure our clients have great experiences with our products.\n\nMETER designs and manufactures sensors and products used in agricultural research and environmental sensing applications across the globe. Interns at METER get the opportunity to help solve meaningful problems and write code that is used to test and support actual products. If that sounds appealing to you, we encourage you to apply.\n\nIdeally, we are looking for someone who is available at least 20 hours per week during the school year and is available for full-time hours during school breaks. This position works on-site in our Pullman, WA, offices.\n\nWe anticipate filling this position in the salary range of $18 - $23 per hour. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience; the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our offer will be based on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.\n\nOn your application you will be asked about your favorite hobby. Please start your answer with the word \"banana\" and then answer the question\n\nKey Responsibilities\nDevelop manual and automated tests to implement product test plans and regression testing\nUse Agentic AI Coding tools to accelerate the creation and validation of automated tests\nWork with development teams on the creation and execution of hardware and software product test plans\nReport, and track through resolution, the defects discovered during testing\nRecreate issues reported by clients\nRequired Qualifications\nStudent or recent graduate in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, a related engineering field or equivalent job experience\nExperience with Python programming (a coding test will be administered during the interview process)\nPossess deep curiosity, a tenacious nature, and keen problem-solving skills that enables finding satisfaction from repetitive testing tasks\nStrong academic and/or professional references\nBackground check results satisfactory to METER\nMust have the legal right to work in the United States\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with software version control systems (git)\nFamiliarity with scrum or agile development methodologies\nExperience using issue tracking systems such as GitLab, ClickUp, or Jira.\nExperience with logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies\nExperience using and troubleshooting device communication technologies such as USB, cellular, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi\nWork environment\nTypical office environment with computer workstation. Some travel to client sites may be required.\n\nPhysical requirements\nMust be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds over short distances as needed. Sitting for extended periods of time, bending, twisting, and other movement consistent with office environments.\n\nTo Apply for This Position:\n\nWe ask all applicants to apply through our website at Jobs At METER Group. If your interests, qualifications, and experience match any of our openings, please apply for that position so that you are considered immediately. We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive an email response about your application, please check your SPAM folder or reach out to us at recruiting@metergroup.com.\nIntern Benefits at METER Group:\n\n11 Paid Holidays per year (must work the day before and after to qualify for holiday pay), including: New Years Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (Thursday and Friday), Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Day after Christmas.\nSick Leave that accumulates one hour for every 40 hours worked. Sick Leave may be used for non-illness situations, such as vacation.\nEmployee-paid traditional and ROTH 401k options are available\nWhen METER is profitable, employees enjoy a profit sharing bonus paid out each quarter; must be employed on the last day of the quarter to qualify.\nAbout METER Group:\n\nIn the early 1980s, METER Group was founded by world-renowned soil physicist Dr. Gaylon Campbell. Gaylon knew researchers needed simple-to-use sensors and smarter data intelligence to improve their research. 40 years later, we're still leading the way in the advancement of IoT sensing and data technology and world-class lab instrumentation. We're always looking for ways to improve how researchers turn data into insights. Scientists, growers, and engineers worldwide depend on METER systems for deeper understanding of critical issues with global impact, such as water and food shortages, environmental disasters, and climate change. At METER Group, we're building the systems needed to mitigate these and other issues facing our planet. We need your help to find innovative and effective solutions to some of the world's most challenging problems. Learn more about what it's like to work at METER Group: https://www.metergroup.com/en/meter-group/topics/working-meter\n\nMETER Group’s headquarters are located in Eastern Washington with unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: no traffic, country space, great schools, safe neighborhoods, and easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. All this plus the advantages of two major universities within eight miles of METER Group (Washington State University and the University of Idaho), and the associated events and activities, make for a great living situation.","company":"Meter Group","rawCompany":"meter group","city":"Pullman","state":"WA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-19T10:35:36.309Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1253.00","title":"Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers","slug":"software-quality-assurance-analysts-and-testers"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Software Engineering Intern for QA","description":"METER Group is seeking a Software or Embedded Engineering Intern to join our development team. 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Some travel to client sites may be required.\n\nPhysical requirements\nMust be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds over short distances as needed. Sitting for extended periods of time, bending, twisting, and other movement consistent with office environments.\n\nTo Apply for This Position:\n\nWe ask all applicants to apply through our website at Jobs At METER Group. If your interests, qualifications, and experience match any of our openings, please apply for that position so that you are considered immediately. We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive an email response about your application, please check your SPAM folder or reach out to us at recruiting@metergroup.com.\nIntern Benefits at METER Group:\n\n11 Paid Holidays per year (must work the day before and after to qualify for holiday pay), including: New Years Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (Thursday and Friday), Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Day after Christmas.\nSick Leave that accumulates one hour for every 40 hours worked. Sick Leave may be used for non-illness situations, such as vacation.\nEmployee-paid traditional and ROTH 401k options are available\nWhen METER is profitable, employees enjoy a profit sharing bonus paid out each quarter; must be employed on the last day of the quarter to qualify.\nAbout METER Group:\n\nIn the early 1980s, METER Group was founded by world-renowned soil physicist Dr. Gaylon Campbell. Gaylon knew researchers needed simple-to-use sensors and smarter data intelligence to improve their research. 40 years later, we're still leading the way in the advancement of IoT sensing and data technology and world-class lab instrumentation. We're always looking for ways to improve how researchers turn data into insights. Scientists, growers, and engineers worldwide depend on METER systems for deeper understanding of critical issues with global impact, such as water and food shortages, environmental disasters, and climate change. At METER Group, we're building the systems needed to mitigate these and other issues facing our planet. We need your help to find innovative and effective solutions to some of the world's most challenging problems. Learn more about what it's like to work at METER Group: https://www.metergroup.com/en/meter-group/topics/working-meter\n\nMETER Group’s headquarters are located in Eastern Washington with unmatched quality of life. 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