Summer 2026 Intern – Quality Engineer

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Summer 2026 Intern – Quality Engineer

Location: Hartford, CT (on-site & in-person)

Duration: 10 weeks from May 27, 2026 to July 31, 2026

Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Compensation: $24.00 - $25.00 per hour (based on academic level)

Empower is a leader in financial planning and retirement solutions, committed to helping people achieve financial freedom.  We serve millions of individuals, employers, and advisors through personalized products, smart technology, and a people-first approach. 

Program Overview

Empower’s Summer Internship Program offers an immersive 10-week experience designed to develop rising professionals with an interest in financial services.  Our interns thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment while gaining valuable insights into our business, culture, and mission.

Each intern is paired with a dedicated manager, mentor, and executive sponsor, and will work on a meaningful summer project.  This program includes:

• Hands on-experience with real business initiatives
• Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• Networking opportunities
• Professional and personal development workshops

At the conclusion of the internship, each intern presents their work to business leaders, showcasing the impact they’ve made.

What you’ll do

As a Quality Engineer Intern, you will:

• Build automated tests and Python-based tooling to validate data migration pipelines moving data through AWS services into destination-system formats.
• Apply the knowledge on the UI based automation using Selenium + Java and API testing automation using Karate + Maven framework
• Generate clear, structured test results that business partners can use for data comparison and validation.
• Configure and run Jenkins jobs to automate test execution based on upstream workflow dependences.
• Collaborate with your team to deliver on project goals while gaining exposure to real engineering tools, workflows, and quality practices across Empower.
• Apply your coursework to real business challenges and contribute to meaningful results to Empower’s data migration and transformation initiatives.

Over the course of the 10-week internship, you will contribute to either a defined individual project and/or collaborative team initiatives.  You are expected to deliver meaningful contributions and results, with ongoing support, guidance, and feedback from your team. 

What you bring

We’re seeking college students who demonstrate a balance of technical aptitude, professionalism, and curiosity.  Ideal candidates will bring the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a college or university (Bachelor’s or Master’s program)
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Available for full 10-week program (May 27 – July 31, 2026)
• Must reside near or be able to reliably commute to Hartford, CT (in-person internship) 
• Experience with:
  • AWS Cloud services (S3, DynamoDB, Step Functions)
  • Python scripting
  • Jenkins and GitLab
  • Excel Macros
• Understanding of SDLC, Agile, and STLC processes; familiarity with scrum or a test management tool
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship (CPT/OPT not supported)

Core Competencies:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team
• Critical thinking and problem-solving mindset
• Self-directed with a proactive approach to learning
• Professional curiosity and eagerness to explore new tools and ideas
• Demonstrated accountability and follow-through on individual or team-based goals

What will set you apart

• At least 2 years of academic progress toward a bachelor’s degree
• Expected to graduate and be available for full-time employment by mid-2027
• Preferred majors: Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, or other relevant technical fields
• Hands-on experience with:
  • CI/CD pipeline development and DevOps practices
  • Selenium or UFT with a BDD framework
  • CloudFormation scripting preferred

Important notes

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. 

High-performing interns may be considered for return offers or full-time opportunities post-graduation. 

Base Salary Range

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer •  Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. 

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

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