QA Engineer - Intern at TransUnion in Lagunilla de Heredia, /, CR

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What We'll Bring:

The FastTrack Program at our Global Capability Center (GCC) in Costa Rica is a 6-month internship created for university students who are close to graduating and ready to take their first steps into the corporate world.
This program is designed for motivated students who are excited to learn, build new skills, and gain real-world experience while working on meaningful projects. As a FastTrack intern, you’ll collaborate with professional teams, receive hands-on training, and develop the skills needed to start a successful career in a corporate environment.
FastTrack follows a hybrid work model, offering a balance between on-site collaboration and remote flexibility, while providing a supportive and dynamic learning experience. If you are curious, eager to grow, and looking for an opportunity to kick-start your professional career, FastTrack is for you.

Internship Overview
We are seeking a University Intern interested in Software Quality Engineering and Test Automation to join our engineering team. This internship is ideal for students who enjoy problem solving, coding, and learning how real world software systems are tested and validated.
No prior professional testing experience is required. We value curiosity, engineering thinking, and willingness to learn over tool expertise.

What You'll Bring:

What You’ll Do

• Learn how to design and execute automated tests for web and API applications
• Assist in writing and maintaining test scripts using Python and/or JavaScript
• Work with modern testing tools such as Playwright, Selenium, Postman, Pytest, JMeter, or Locust (training and guidance provided)
• Execute tests, analyze results, and help identify software defects
• Collaborate with developers and test engineers to understand features and test requirements
• Use Git for version control and participate in basic code reviews
• Gain exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows (e.g., Jenkins, Harness)
• Contribute as part of an agile engineering team

Who Should Apply

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Basic programming knowledge in Python and/or JavaScript
• Understanding of core programming concepts (logic, loops, functions, debugging)
• Familiarity with Git or willingness to learn version control
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Good communication skills and a team‑player mindset

Impact You'll Make:

Nice to Have (But Not Required)

• Exposure to software testing or QA concepts
• Hands‑on experience with any automation or testing tools
• Basic understanding of REST APIs and HTTP concepts
• Awareness of CI/CD concepts or tools

TransUnion Job Title

Intern, SDET Engineering