What are the responsibilities and job description for the QA Software Testing Internship position at Synopsys Inc?
Introduction: We Are: Drive technology innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology drives the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, where smart tech and AI are seamlessly woven into daily life. From self-driving cars and health-monitoring smartwatches to renewable energy systems that efficiently distribute clean power, Synopsys creates high-performance silicon chips that help build a healthier, safer, and more sustainable world.
Internship Experience: At Synopsys, interns dive into real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience while collaborating with our passionate teams worldwide—and having fun in the process! You'll have the freedom to share your ideas, unleash your creativity, and explore your interests. This is your opportunity to bring your solutions to life and work with cutting-edge technology that shapes not only the future of innovation but also your own career path. Join us and start shaping your future today!
Mission Statement: Our mission is to fuel today’s innovations and spark tomorrow’s creativity. Together, we embrace a growth mindset, empower one another, and collaborate to achieve our shared goals. Every day, we live by our values of Integrity, Excellence, Leadership, and Passion, fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive—both at work and beyond.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Synopsys is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of age, color, family or medical leave, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, race and ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us.
Internship Experience: At Synopsys, interns dive into real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience while collaborating with our passionate teams worldwide—and having fun in the process! You'll have the freedom to share your ideas, unleash your creativity, and explore your interests. This is your opportunity to bring your solutions to life and work with cutting-edge technology that shapes not only the future of innovation but also your own career path. Join us and start shaping your future today!
Mission Statement: Our mission is to fuel today’s innovations and spark tomorrow’s creativity. Together, we embrace a growth mindset, empower one another, and collaborate to achieve our shared goals. Every day, we live by our values of Integrity, Excellence, Leadership, and Passion, fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive—both at work and beyond.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Perform interactive and automated testing of software to ensure product quality and reliability.
- Debug tests, identify, and document new software defects as applicable.
- Review and investigate existing defects to help drive continuous improvement.
- Collaborate closely with developers across different teams to resolve issues and deliver impactful results.
- Create new automated tests using internal tools and analyze results, communicating findings to team members.
- Adhere to quality procedures and standards when performing assigned tests, contributing to overall team excellence.
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Enrolled in a full-time degree program and returning to university after the completion of the internship.
- Hands-on experience with debugging software or hardware issues is preferred.
- Strong desire to develop coding skills and an aptitude for problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Exposure to, or strong interest in, engineering simulation software is a plus.
- Strong Windows system skills and exposure to Linux operating systems are desirable.
- Previous experience with coding is beneficial but not required.
- Program Length: 12 weeks
- Location: Canonsburg, PA
- Working Model: In-office
- Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time (40 hours per week)
- Start Date: May / June 2026
Synopsys is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of age, color, family or medical leave, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, race and ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us.