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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for software tester internship in Boston, MA is $27.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.45 and $31.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a software tester internship?

A Software Tester Internship is an entry-level role where interns assist in evaluating software applications to identify bugs, defects, and inconsistencies. Interns typically work alongside experienced testers and developers, executing test cases, documenting results, and reporting issues. They gain hands-on experience with testing methodologies, automation tools, and quality assurance processes. This internship helps build foundational skills in software testing and can lead to full-time opportunities in QA or development roles.

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As a Software Tester Intern, your typical responsibilities include reviewing software requirements, creating and executing test cases, reporting bugs, and collaborating with developers to resolve issues. You may also assist with manual and automated testing, regression testing, and documentation of test results. It's common to participate in team meetings and communicate feedback about the application's functionality and user experience. This hands-on experience allows you to learn industry best practices and gain a practical understanding of the software development lifecycle.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for a software tester internship?

To thrive as a Software Tester Intern, you need a basic understanding of software development and testing concepts, proficiency in writing test cases, and typically a background in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with testing tools such as Selenium, JIRA, or Postman, as well as basic scripting or programming skills, is commonly required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication are essential soft skills in this role. These skills are important to identify software defects, ensure product quality, and effectively collaborate with developers and team members.

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Infographic showing various Software Tester Internship job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,435 per year, or $27.6 per hour.

INTERNSHIP - Computational Fluids Dynamics (CFD) Software Test Engineer

3ds

Waltham, MA • On-site

$32 - $40/hr

Full-time, Internship

Re-posted 5 days ago


Job description

Role Description & Responsibilities
This position will report in the Dassault Systemes SIMULIA R&D organization and will work closely with the CFD Product Management, Industry Experts and Software Development teams to build, test, release and support our CFD software products and technologies.
Your role will include designing and executing functional, performance and reliability test plans and ensuring expected quality criteria is successfully achieved prior to release. You will run CFD simulations covering a range of Industry scenarios on supported hardware configurations including High Performance Computing (HPC) environments both On Premises and On Cloud. You will capture and analyze the corresponding current and historical test results to assess quality, identify areas for improvement and communicate key insights
This position is located in our Johnston, RI location and fully onsite with some flexibility for remote days. This role will start as a 3 month internship at 40 hrs per week. After the first 3 months, there is the option for a second internship for up to an additional 9 months at 30 hrs per week. This will also be a fully onsite position
Your responsibilities will include:
  • Perform test define and execution of our 3DEXPERIENCE Fluids CFD simulation applications
  • Assist in the planning, coordination & support of our CFD Beta sessions
  • Perform continuous process and test improvement initiatives to improve our product quality and process efficiency including the development of a continuous automated testing system
  • Validate CFD Industry models and workflows across supported simulation execution configuration environments including HPC On Premises and On Cloud
  • Perform non-functional testing activities including design and execution of installation, licensing, performance & scalability tests
  • Review software requirements, specifications and technical design documents
  • Analyze, debug and communicate findings and results to key stakeholders
  • Identify and document software defects and validate fixes in a timely manner
  • Participate in release readiness assessments

Qualifications
Some knowledge of the following areas is invaluable:
  • BS, MS or PhD engineering degree with a concentration in Fluid Mechanics / Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
  • 3.0 or greater GPA
  • Experience and/or coursework using at least one CFD software product
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including ability to clearly articulate details
  • Positive attitude, self-starter, with strong interpersonal skills and team player mentality
  • Enjoy problem solving with strong critical thinking skills and passion to learn
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

The following areas are not required but nice to have:
  • Exposure to Cloud Computing & HPC technologies and environments
  • Basic knowledge of JavaScript, Python or other programming language
  • Prior Fluids / CFD Industry experience
  • Understanding of software testing concepts

Inclusion statement
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at 3DS are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. 3DS is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and above), disability, veteran status, military service, application for military service, genetic information, receipt of free medical care, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. 3DS will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state laws and local ordinances. We are committed to fair employment practices and will evaluate all candidates based on their qualifications, regardless of past arrest or conviction history.
Salary Pay Transparency
Compensation for the role will be commensurate with experience. The total expected compensation range will be between $32 and $40, representing the base salary (or annualized salary based on estimated hourly compensation) and target bonus.