QA Automation Developer Intern (Fall 2026 - 8 months)

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

Ciena is a people-centered technology company building the future of networking through innovation, inclusion, and real-world impact. This internship offers the opportunity to contribute to next-generation network management solutions while gaining hands-on experience with modern automation, microservices, and CI/CD practices. The role supports meaningful technical learning alongside mentoring, collaboration, and life‑work integration.

How you will make an impact:

• Develop automated REST API tests using Postman and JavaScript.
• Build and maintain automation pipelines within a CI/CD environment using Team City.
• Collaborate with software developers and QA engineers to design, execute, and maintain automated test suites.
• Implement automated UI test cases using Playwright and TypeScript.
• Contribute to quality validation of microservices-based network management applications.
• Apply automation practices to support planning, provisioning, and troubleshooting of multi-layer networks.

The must haves:

• Software programming experience in JavaScript, TypeScript, and Python.
• Experience using Postman for REST API automation.
• Experience using Playwright for UI test automation.
• Application of REST APIs, JSON, and XML in testing or development contexts.
• Working knowledge of Windows and UNIX operating systems.
• Application of basic Linux and Git commands.
• Demonstrated interest in automation development and continuous learning.
• Ability to estimate, prioritize, plan, and coordinate testing activities within a development team.

Nice to haves:

• Exposure to AI technologies such as Agentic AI and MCP.
• Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodologies and tools such as JIRA, Bitbucket, and Team City.
• Experience with web services and API testing, including exposure to microservices-based systems.

Pay Range:

Pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00 an hour.

Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.

In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers students access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation pay as required by applicable laws.

At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.

Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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