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Okta - Software Engineer in Test Intern (Summer 2026), application via RippleMatch
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Okta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology—anywhere, on any device or app. Our flexible and neutral products, Okta Platform and Auth0 Platform, provide secure access, authentication, and automation, placing identity at the core of business security and growth.
At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences.
Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you.
About the team:
Okta's Quality Engineering team is a critical partner in upholding our "Always On!" promise to customers. We are responsible for ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of the Okta Identity Cloud. Our team doesn't just find bugs; we build sophisticated automated testing frameworks, tools, and processes to prevent them from ever reaching our users. We are deeply embedded within the software development lifecycle, working hand-in-hand with developers to champion quality at every stage. We're a team of passionate engineers who believe that quality is everyone's responsibility, and we provide the tools and expertise to make that a reality.
You'll be joining a dynamic team of quality engineers and software developers who are passionate about delivering a flawless user experience. You won't be just manually testing; you will be writing code, building tools, and enhancing our automation infrastructure. We value creativity, a sharp eye for detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. We expect great things from our interns and provide a supportive environment with dedicated mentorship to help you grow your skills in software development and quality engineering.
What You’ll Get To Do:
Work closely with your mentor and development team to understand product features and design effective test strategies
Design, develop, and execute automated tests to improve test coverage for new and existing features
Contribute to the development and enhancement of our core test automation frameworks and tools
Identify, document, and track software defects to resolution
Collaborate with software engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues
Participate in code reviews and contribute to a high standard of code quality in both product and test code
We Are Looking For:
Strong foundation in object-oriented programming, with the ability to code in at least one language (e.g., Java, C#, Python)
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail
A genuine interest in software quality and test automation
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Basic understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and how web applications work
B.S. or MS in Computer Science or related field (Expected Graduation - May/June 2027)
Nice to Haves:
Experience with front-end UI test automation frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright
Familiarity with API testing concepts and tools (e.g., Postman, REST Assured)
Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) concepts
Previous internship experience in a software development or QA role
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, or GCP
Okta’s Intern Program
As an intern, you’ll do real work that matters. While you’re on board, you’ll work on meaningful projects and have an opportunity to see what working at Okta is all about. You’ll also have the support of your mentor and manager to help you develop new skills.
Our interns have the opportunity to build a strong community - with their fellow interns, within their teams, and with the broader company. We want you to grow professionally and you’ll do that through participating in events like our Executive Speaker Series and Brown Bags. And of course, we want you to have fun too.
We offer 12 week internships in the U.S. in the Summer and 16 week co-ops in Canada.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to offer sponsorship or support for job applicants.
Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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