Junior Test Engineer Intern - 3 Month Internship
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About the role
RealityMine has been a pioneer in delivering data driven insights to the world's largest brands for over a decade. Our platform provides unique data solutions to our clients enabling them to make strategic, informed decisions powered by data from real people, collected in a privacy safe way.
The Role:
We're looking for a detail-oriented Junior Test Engineer Intern to join our Data Products team for a paid three-month internship. This is an excellent opportunity for students, recent graduates, or anyone looking to gain practical experience in software testing, QA, and data analysis within a commercial technology environment.
You'll systematically explore mobile and desktop applications, using our in-house tooling to identify, capture, and validate key data points. Working alongside experienced members of the Data Products team, you'll gain hands on experience with application testing, AI-assisted tools, data validation, and testing methodologies while contributing to real projects used by leading global brands.
The role sits at the intersection of QA and data. You'll help define what information should be captured from app sessions and ensure it is extracted accurately and reliably. Throughout the internship, you'll receive support and mentoring while developing technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills that will provide a strong foundation for a future career in technology, data, or quality assurance.
Key Responsibilities:
· Systematically exercise applications across Android, iOS, and desktop platforms, following defined scenarios and discovering new paths
· Analyse application behaviour to identify where meaningful data is situated
· Author and maintain structured data definitions using our AI-assisted internal tooling - specifying what to capture and how to validate it
· Verify output accuracy by comparing captured data against expected results across a range of app states and scenarios
· Maintain and update definitions as applications change, identifying and resolving breakages
· Build and manage a library of test scenarios to support ongoing development and regression testing
· Document coverage and findings clearly for the wider team
· Adhering to Company Policies and Procedures Adhering to Company Policies and Procedures with respect to Security, Quality and Health & Safety.
About You:
You're naturally curious and methodical - the kind of person who enjoys pulling an application apart to understand how it works. You have a background in software testing or QA, and you're able to exercise unfamiliar apps across mobile and desktop platforms with a systematic eye.
An interest in software testing, technology, data analysis, or quality assurance. Previous experience through education, personal projects, internships, or employment is beneficial but not required. Experience in software testing, QA, or a similar analytical role
· Comfortable navigating mobile and desktop applications in a methodical, exploratory way
· Familiarity with structured data formats (e.g. JSON, XML) - you don't need to be a developer, but you should be comfortable reading and editing structured definitions
· Strong attention to detail and pattern recognition
· Experience with Android and/or iOS devices
· Keen interest or willingness working with AI and AI-assisted tools
Bonus: experience with app inspection tools, accessibility services, or data extraction workflows.
Why Join RealityMine?
At RealityMine, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we go the extra mile to support every team member to unlock their full potential. Whether you're hungry for learning, driven by achievement, or just love being part of a dynamic and supportive team, you'll find a home here.
About You:
Here’s what we’re looking for:
A student, recent graduate, or someone looking to start a career in software testing, QA, data, or technology.
A curious and methodical mindset with a genuine interest in understanding how applications work.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to spot patterns, inconsistencies, and issues.
Comfortable using mobile apps, websites, and desktop applications across different devices and platforms.
Good problem-solving skills and the ability to break down tasks into logical steps.
A self-motivated learner who is keen to develop new technical skills and gain hands on experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document findings clearly and accurately.
Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to learn new tools and approaches as requirements change.
Good interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to work collaboratively within a team.
An interest in AI and AI-assisted tools, with a willingness to learn how they can improve productivity and quality.
Desirable but not essential:
Previous exposure to software testing, QA, coding, data analysis, or technology projects through education, personal projects, internships, or work experience.
Familiarity with structured data formats such as JSON or XML.
Experience using Android and/or iOS devices for testing purposes.
Experience using AI tools for research, documentation, or productivity.
No prior commercial experience is required. We are looking for someone with the right attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn. Training and support will be provided throughout the internship.
Why Join RealityMine?
At RealityMine, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we go the extra mile to support every team member to unlock their full potential. Whether you're hungry for learning, driven by achievement, or just love being part of a dynamic and supportive team, you'll find a home here.
Hybrid Working
We know work-life balance matters, so we’ve embraced a flexible hybrid working model:
· Located in our Manchester office offers an inspiring, collaborative space to work alongside your colleagues.
· Free parking and secure bike shed. Excellent public transport links.
· Split your time between the office and home, with 3 days working in our offices.
· Flexible start and finish times to suit your personal circumstances.
If you’re excited to start your career as a Junior Test Engineer Intern and work on impactful projects in data insights, we’d love to hear from you.
Please email your CV with the heading ‘Junior Test Engineer Intern - 3 Month Internship’ to recruitment@realitymine.com recruitment@realitymine.com
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