Apprentice, Quality Assurance Engineer

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and curious Quality Engineering (QE) Apprentice to join our Quality Engineering team as part of our Early Careers program. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the very start of their software quality and testing journey who is eager to learn modern testing practices in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Working under the close guidance of experienced Quality Engineers, you'll build foundational skills in software testing, test automation, quality processes, and defect management, gradually growing your confidence as you learn our tools, standards, and ways of working. No prior professional or hands-on industry experience is required. What matters most is your willingness to learn, curiosity, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for delivering quality software.

Eligibility :

MUST NOT have ever drawn EPF.

Experience :0-2 years

Age - 18- 35 years

What You'll Learn & Contribute To

Learn the fundamentals of software quality assurance, testing methodologies, and quality engineering practices with support from your mentor

Assist in executing functional, regression, integration, and exploratory testing activities for web applications

Learn how to design, document, and execute test cases based on requirements and user stories

Develop good habits in reporting defects clearly and tracking issues through resolution

Gain exposure to test automation frameworks such as Playwright and Selenium, learning how automated testing improves software quality

Collaborate closely with Quality Engineers, Software Engineers, Product Managers, and other team members on well-defined tasks

Learn to validate user interfaces, APIs, and end-to-end workflows under guidance

Participate in sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and other Agile ceremonies to understand how software teams operate

Take part in test reviews and quality discussions to build awareness of quality standards and best practices

Learn to analyze test results, troubleshoot simple issues, and support release validation activities under guidance

Understand and follow team quality processes, testing standards, and documentation practices

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (pursuing or recently completed) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field

Foundational academic understanding of software development and testing concepts

Basic understanding of programming fundamentals such as variables, logic, functions, and control structures

Familiarity with web applications and basic understanding of how websites and applications work

Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset

Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

A strong eagerness to learn, take direction, and grow within a team

Good communication skills and a collaborative, curious mindset

Who we are:

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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Job: Engineering

Job Family: TECHNOLOGY

Organization: Higher Education

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Workplace Type:

Req ID: 25466

Req Type: Student