IntroductionAre you naturally curious about how things work and what might happen if you think outside the box? If coding and technical challenges excite you, a 12-month internship in software testing could be the perfect opportunity to channel your curiosity.The roleWeseeking a Software Test Engineering Intern to help develop test solutions for complex wireless systems and products. Working closely with both test and development teams, youreceive hands-on support and guidance, allowing you to explore new products and domains. Youinvolved in designing and creating tests to thoroughly assess products under development, often operating at the intersection of electronics and software, and sometimes in constrained environments (such as low-power settings or memory-limited systems).There is no deadline for this role, as we recruit on a rolling basis. Once the position is filled, we will close the advert. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.About the Test Group Cambridge Consultants is a world leader in wireless communications, with one of the largest independent wireless development teams in the world. The markets that we address include telecommunications, healthcare, industrial, satellite, consumer and automotive.The Test Group collaborates with other disciplines to test cutting-edge software, hardware, and end-to-end systems. Team sizes vary, but all consist of highly skilled engineers. Our group handles test planning, design, and testing for products across sectors, which includes building custom automation tools (primarily in Python) and developing continuous integration and deployment pipelines.You will have the opportunity to work on ground-breaking wireless designs, for example:Ocado Smart Platform, transforming online grocery across the worldIridium Extreme satellite phone, the first truly global push-to-talkmobile communications systemWhat youdoing you grow with our collaborative team, supported by experienced mentors, youtake on responsibilities such as:Scoping and designing test activities, often for multiple projects at a time.Creating test scripts, assisting with the development of bespoke test harnesses, and maintaining DevOps environments.Delivering high-quality code that meets our internal standards.Completing project tasks within the timelines and budgets set by project managers.Expanding your role as you gain experience and confidence.What you can bringWelooking for a student currently pursuing a degree in a relevant field, such as engineering, computer science, mathematics, or physics, and eligible for an industrial placement year.Yousomeone who: Has an interest in scripting languages and ideally some experience with Python.Communicates effectively and enjoys working as part of a team.Is passionate about current technology and stays up to date with new developments.Experience with any of the follow would be advantageous, though not essential:Wireless communications systems.Windows \/ Linux programming.Other programming languages such as C\/C++\/Java.Future prospectsCambridge Consultants is committed to developing its employeescareers and has a flexible policy for individual capabilities and preferences. Promotion is linked to merit.Diversity & InclusionCambridge Consultants is a workplace where everyone is welcome. When the brightest minds come together and feel included, thatwhen we develop the most important technology breakthroughs. We believe that diversity can only flourish when everyone feels involved and has a sense of belonging. We welcome and value all people regardless of their characteristics and encourage applications from all backgrounds and dimensions of society.