What are the responsibilities and job description for the QA Intern - Spring Semester! position at NESN LTD?
Do you want to work for two of the most iconic franchises in all of sports? Do you want to learn about delivering the highest quality sports content and media to a rabid customer base? Does the prospect of collaborating with a close-knit team of people obsessed with producing amazing stuff excite you? If so, then you should come to NESN and intern with one of the most talented broadcasting & digital platforms teams in the country with the mandate to innovate on the next generation of apps that’ll transform the sports digital landscape!
NESN is seeking a driven and enthusiastic QA intern to supplement and contribute to our internal and external QA teams. This is an exciting internship opportunity for students currently enrolled in (or recently graduated from) a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in CS/IT. You will be manually testing and debugging software applications under the mentorship of experienced QA engineers, developers, and managers. You will be participating in meetings, contributing to the delivery of key features, and may work on side projects to improve existing processes or enhance new functionalities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in the testing and debugging of commercial web applications
- Collaborate with senior developers on various software projects
- Participate in agile development processes and team meetings
- Contribute to the improvement of existing software and the creation of new features
- Assist in manual and automated testing for various applications, both web, mobile, and OTT/connected TVs
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of web-based applications required
- Keen eye for detail is required
- Knowledge of basic testing methodologies
- Knowledge of test case design & execution
- Knowledge of Wordpress preferred.
- Currently enrolled in (or recently graduated from) a relevant BSc or MSc program
- Interest in media and sports-themed applications
- Interest in user-centered interaction design
- Agile thinker and capable of working effectively as part of a team
- Motivated to learn new technologies and frameworks
Who We Are
NESN (New England Sports Network) is owned by Fenway Sports Group, which also owns the Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Penguins among other holdings, and Delaware North, owners of the Boston Bruins. NESN is delivered throughout the six-state New England region and nationally as NESN National. The definitive source for New England sports programming, NESN consistently has been one of the top-rated regional sports networks in the country, with a reputation for innovative and award-winning production of sports events and specials.
As of Fall 2023, NESN manages SportsNet Pittsburgh, a newly branded regional sports network that televises Pittsburgh Penguins and Pirates games, as well as local college sports, original content and more in PA, WV, and portions of MD, OH and NY.
Our professional environment is passionate, adaptable, creative, and filled with aspiring individuals who are driven to grow with our company. Our core values are at the heart of who we are. We have a spontaneous and vibrant culture, and we truly believe in team spirit and collaboration.
NESN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunities for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans are especially encouraged to apply.
