Platform Engineer Intern (QA Automation)

Location: In-office in Mississauga, Canada, 5 days per week; 8-month in-person co-op starting in January 2027.

Salary: $23/hour.

Company

hirify.global is a technology company and education-focused organization working across student loan servicing, K-12, and higher education.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain basic automated test scripts for web and API testing using Selenium, Playwright, or Postman with guidance from QA engineers.
• Execute tests across multiple environments to validate new features and bug fixes.
• Log defects and collaborate with QA engineers and developers to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Review requirements and test cases, identify automation opportunities, and maintain test documentation, data, and results.
• Use Git to manage test scripts and participate in project and DevOps ceremonies.
• Support the integration of automated tests into CI/CD pipelines such as GitHub Actions and Jenkins.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related program.
• Basic programming knowledge in C#, JavaScript, Python, or Java from coursework or personal projects.
• Hands-on experience writing simple scripts or test cases through labs, assignments, or personal exploration.
• Ability to write, read, and debug simple code with team support.
• Familiarity with object-oriented programming principles and basic test frameworks or unit testing.
• Interest in software testing, automation, and quality assurance.
• Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Government of Canada Reliability Clearance (PERC) throughout employment.

Nice to have

• Exposure to automation tools or frameworks such as Selenium or Playwright.
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.

Culture & Benefits

• One-on-one mentorship from experienced QA professionals.
• Competitive pay, casual dress, and a flexible schedule within the in-office arrangement.
• Intern-specific programming and meaningful work experience.
• Supportive, DevOps-driven environment focused on learning, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Equal opportunity workplace with reasonable accommodation support for qualified individuals with disabilities.