Internship Automation Tester (Part-Time)

Career Area:Students and Graduates

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Join Solar Turbines!

Are you looking to begin a career in IT or Software Engineering field?

Do you like learning technology and engineering solutions in teams of friends?

Can you commit to become one of us in Caterpillar’s Solar Turbines digital team?

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated person, who have positive attitude, good communication skills and talent to learn about software development, testing, digital technologies and technology in general. With us, you would become part of Kosice, Slovakia based team, working with international teams in agile environment, responsible for full cycle software development of digital platforms for Solar Turbines and Caterpillar.

What will be your tasks?

As an Intern – Automation Tester you will learn how to become strong QA test automation engineer. You will need to possess analytical, communication and time management skills and willingness to learn. You will become part of the team responsible for functional and non-functional testing of Solar Turbines’ applications. You will learn how to develop functional test cases and scripts to automate and optimize testing of applications like analytic tools for customers, contract management or turbine data computation and processing tools.

You will be responsible for:

Reviewing of the requirement and design specifications

Test Plan preparation for several functional and non-functional areas with clear scope, objectives, deliverables, and risks

Development of functional and non-functional test cases (scripts) using various test automation frameworks with focus on one programming language

Tracking and reporting of quantitative and qualitative testing metrics

Ensuring testing is carried out in a timely, repeatable, and effective manner

Defect logging and reporting

Who are we looking for?

Basic qualifications:

University student

Analytical thinking

Strong attention for detail

Excellent communication

Ability to learn and apply new knowledge quickly

Proactive approach

Knowledge of any programming or scripting language (e.g. Typescript/Javascript or Python)

You communicate in English

Top candidates will also have:

Understanding of web technologies

Understanding of Agile methodology

Some experience with technologies & frameworks (Cypress, MochaJS, Playwrite, HTML & CSS, REST API, etc.)

Ability to query database (SQL)

Understanding version control or continues integration concept

Manual or automation test scripting techniques

Passion for technology and an eagerness to contribute to a team-oriented environment

Ability to adapt quickly to a complex environment

Pro-active thinking - being flexible and creative

Self-motivated mentality - individual with passion in latest technology trends.

Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with other team members.

Posting Dates:February 23, 2026 - June 30, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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