Test and Validation Intern

About the Role

Matrix Design Group LLC is seeking a Test and Validation Engineer Intern for a 2027 Summer Internship. This paid internship is located at our home office in Newburgh, IN, and is not a remote position. The intern will play a crucial role in ensuring product quality and reliability through comprehensive testing and validation.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in training to gain proficiency with lab tools and testing procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements and specifications.
• Assist in developing a comprehensive testing framework and defining testing parameters.
• Implement the testing framework to monitor the process, document results, and troubleshoot.
• Aid in the development of test environments and test cases for mechanical and electrical systems.
• Monitor safety measures and standards through production stages.
• Provide feedback to improve tested products.
• Conduct data analysis from test results, detect issues, and track root causes.
• Assist in building automated testing systems for regular product testing.
• Identify test scenarios, test cases, and test data to cover all aspects of product functionality and use cases.
• Perform various types of testing, including functional, regression, performance, usability, compatibility, and security testing.
• Utilize automated testing tools and frameworks to increase efficiency and repeatability of tests.
• Report and track defects in a detailed manner using designated bug tracking.
• Collaborate with the development team to implement and maintain integration tests and continuous integration pipelines.
• Create and maintain clear and detailed documentation for test plans, test cases, test results, and testing processes.
• Generate testing reports to communicate testing progress, results, and issues to relevant stakeholders.
• Work closely with software and hardware engineers, product managers, and other team members to ensure effective communication and understanding of project requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback from a testing perspective.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and suggest enhancements to optimize testing procedures and outcomes.
• Creative and out-of-the-box thinker.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience using common lab tools, such as Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzer, NI LabView, NI DAQ, and Digital Multi-Meters (DMMS).
• Experience in mechanical and electrical fixturing and basic drawing.
• Proficiency in using testing tools and frameworks for both manual and automated testing.
• Experience with programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++) to develop and maintain test scripts.
• Familiarity with version control systems, continuous integration, and continuous deployment practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and excellent time management skills.

Qualifications

• All applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the I-9 form.
• Candidates will be required to undergo an employment verification process.
• Sponsorship for work authorization (e.g., H-1B, TN, or other visas) is not offered.

Working Conditions: Climate-controlled lab setting.

Physical Requirements: Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, or crouch. May need to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.