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Quality Control Internship Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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How much do quality control internship jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for quality control internship in California is $88,510.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,800.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a quality control internship?

A Quality Control Internship is a temporary, entry-level position where students or recent graduates gain hands-on experience in monitoring and ensuring the quality of products or services within a company. Interns typically work under the supervision of quality control professionals, learning to perform inspections, run tests, and document findings. The internship provides valuable exposure to industry standards, quality assurance processes, and regulatory requirements, helping interns develop practical skills for a career in quality management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quality control intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Quality Control Intern, you generally need a background in science or engineering, attention to detail, and familiarity with quality assurance principles, often gained through relevant coursework or a related degree program. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, data analysis software, and quality management systems like ISO standards is typically expected. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and a willingness to learn make an intern stand out. These competencies are crucial for ensuring product consistency, identifying defects, and supporting continuous improvement within the organization.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on during a quality control internship?

As a Quality Control Intern, you'll typically assist with inspecting products or materials, conducting laboratory tests, and documenting results to ensure they meet company and regulatory standards. You may help analyze data, support root cause investigations for any defects, and collaborate with production, engineering, or R&D teams to improve processes. Interns often gain hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment and software, and are encouraged to participate in team meetings to understand broader quality initiatives within the organization.

What is the difference between Quality Control Internship vs Quality Assurance Internship?

AspectQuality Control InternshipQuality Assurance Internship
FocusProduct inspection and defect detectionProcess improvement and compliance
CertificationsTypically none required, some may prefer basic quality or industry-specific certificationsSimilar, often no formal certifications required but knowledge of standards helps
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, labs, production linesOffice settings, compliance departments, manufacturing oversight
Industry UsageManufacturing, food, pharmaceuticals, electronicsManufacturing, software, healthcare, engineering

While both internships focus on quality processes, a Quality Control Internship emphasizes inspecting products for defects, whereas a Quality Assurance Internship concentrates on developing and maintaining quality systems and standards. Understanding these differences helps candidates choose the right internship aligned with their career goals in quality management.

What are the most commonly searched types of Quality Control jobs in California?

The most popular types of Quality Control jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Quality Control Internship jobs?

Cities in California with the most Quality Control Internship job openings:

Infographic showing various Quality Control Internship job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,510 per year, or $42.6 per hour.

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Job Overview

Skanska is searching for a Quality Manager. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.

Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose - we build for a better society.

Skanska's values -Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer and Care for Life-are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts.

The Quality Manager I provides technical, administrative, and field support to the senior Field and Project Managers for all Quality Control related items. This position typically works under direct supervision of the jobsite senior Field or Project Managers or under the direction of a more senior Quality Manager and can additionally be responsible to oversee an Assistant Quality Manager. They perform routine daily activities with an emphasis on materials identification, field inspections, reporting on conforming and non-conforming construction works, and leading Quality-related meetings with internal staff and trade partners. The Quality Manager must be a flexible and adaptable team player, have good communication skills, and exhibit a proactive and self-starting interest in advancing Quality-related objectives on the job. The Quality Manager is a value-added member of the team and actively works to improve risk management on the job through mitigation of construction errors.

Quality Manager Required Qualifications:

5+ Years experience working within a project team contributing to coordination, development, and/or tracking of various project needs such as RFIs, submittals, document control, project reporting, inspections, and close out activities. 5+ Years experience reading and understanding construction plans and drawings and the technical specifications associated with drawings. 5+ Years of experience in the construction of Commercial building projects (internship experience may be acceptable on a case-by-case basis) with a general contractor/trade contractor/construction management/inspections firm. 2+ years practical experience performing inspections for a general contractor, trade contractor, design firm, jurisdictional body, or inspections firm. Bachelor's Degree - Construction Management, Engineering, or similar; or 8 years equivalent experience and a minimum of 4 years prior relevant experience.

Currently, the company is not considering applicants for tis position who now or in the future require sponsorship by the company. 

Our Investment in you:

      • We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the Compensation and Benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
      • As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there's a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
      • At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we're committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
      • We're committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth
      • Compensation and financial well-being - Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program. 

Come work with us and join a winning team!

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Skanska uses knowledge & foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. More than 135 years in the making, we're one of the world's largest construction and project development companies. With operations in select markets throughout the Nordics, Europe, and the United States, global revenue totaled $15.9 billion in 2024.

Skanska in the U.S. operates 28 offices across the country, with its headquarters in New York City. In 2024, the U.S. construction sector generated $8.2 billion in revenue, and the U.S. development sector's net investments in commercial projects totaled $224 million.

Together with our customers and the collective expertise of our 6,300 teammates in the U.S. and 26,300 globally, we create innovative and sustainable solutions that support healthy living beyond our lifetime.  

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