Quality Assurance Test Engineer Intern

Company Description

ConnectDER (www.ConnectDER.com) represents the next generation in US-based resource technology product development. Our signature product, the ConnectDER Meter Socket Adapter, dramatically cuts down the cost and interconnection time for solar energy, EV charging, and home battery storage, putting clean, resilient power within reach of millions of homeowners. With a pipeline of exciting innovations, we’re only just getting started on our journey to transform how the world makes and consumes its energy.

We are a dynamic, venture-backed company based in Philadelphia, PA, near Center City, with a team of over 60 dedicated professionals. As we continue to grow rapidly, we are committed to developing cutting-edge products that empower technology partners, installers, electricians, and their customers. We seek talented individuals who can deliver high-quality service and drive the value of clean energy resources forward.

Working at ConnectDER offers a dynamic and exciting start-up environment, where your work can make a real impact in the fast-growing renewable energy industry. You'll work closely with a team that is passionate about renewable energy, and making smart, simple, easy to use solutions. We're hard-working and truly encourage innovation, so there’s a great chance that your ideas can help shape the future of the company. If you're looking for a job opportunity that offers growth, creativity, and a chance to be part of something new and meaningful, ConnectDER is the place for you!

Important Information About ConnectDER’s Summer Internship:

• Internship Application Deadline: April 11, 2025.
• Open to Undergraduate Students in the Greater Philadelphia, PA area.
• Internship Dates: June 2, 2025 - August 15, 2025.
• Interns will be expected to work 30-35 hours per week, 3-4 days per week in our Philadelphia, PA Office.
• Interns will be expected to conduct a short presentation at the end of the internship (details TBD).

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Quality Assurance Test Engineering Intern at ConnectDER, you'll play a hands-on role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our innovative Meter Socket Adapter products. Reporting to the Senior Quality Assurance Manager, you'll contribute to the qualification and verification of our products by executing test cases that help identify and prevent defects.

You'll be responsible for running Test Plans, Test Cycles, and Test Reports, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop effective test strategies and ensure comprehensive test coverage. Additionally, you'll analyze test reports to uncover trends and insights, using statistical and data analysis to drive continuous improvement.

If you're passionate about hands-on testing, problem-solving, and driving product quality, this is an exciting opportunity to gain real-world experience alongside a mission-driven team!

**This is a 12-week internship that will run from June 2, 2025 to August 15, 2025. The intern will work 30-35 hours a week. This is primarily an on-site position with the expectation to work in our Philadelphia, PA office 3-4 days per week. **

Core Functions/Duties

• Execute manual and automated test cases across different ConnectDER products.
• Review and understand requirements, specifications, and technical design documents relating to products under test.
• Assist with detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans, test cases, and test reports.
• Analyze test results, identify bugs, and report them efficiently using bug tracking systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and product managers to reproduce and resolve bugs, ensuring timely fixes.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of QA processes and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
• Stay up to date with the latest testing methodologies and tools.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation for this position is $25/hour

Qualifications

Education

• Undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering or related field.

Required Experience

• Experience with testing software and/or hardware products.
• Previous experience in a lab or field environment working with electrical or mechanical devices.
• Experience in writing clear, concise and comprehensive technical reports.
• Strong knowledge of engineering methodologies, tools, and processes.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in testing electrical and/or electromechanical systems.
• Experience in testing or working with AC electricity devices, DC electricity and circuit boards, and electro-mechanical products.
• Experience in test automation and developing custom automated solutions using Labview, C, C , Python, and/or JavaScript.

Key Competencies

• Able to work well independently.
• Pay strong attention to detail.
• Able to accurately document and report findings.
• Curious and self-motivated.
• Process oriented.
• Great communication skills.

Work Environment/Physical Demands: Must have the ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time with or without accommodation.

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

Selected candidates must pass a criminal history background check.

Additional Information

To apply, please submit your resume. Applications without a resume will not be considered.

At ConnectDER, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is crucial for our success. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neuro-diversity, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.

Don’t meet all the requirements listed above? Research shows that members of historically underrepresented groups don’t typically apply for jobs unless they meet 100% of the requirements. We are dedicated to building a diverse workforce and if this job interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every bullet point.

ConnectDER is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodation during the application and interview process, please email us at careers @ connectder.com (no spaces) and we’ll work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.