Summer Student Test Engineer / Summer Student Test Engineeress

Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI) - April 28, 2025

Your Tasks

Are you enthusiastic about scientific computing and software quality assurance? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in writing automated test suites for software utilized in cutting-edge research?

We are seeking a Summer Student to join our team at the Paul Scherrer Institute. You will play a crucial role in enhancing the reliability of our software, directly contributing to scientific experiments at PSI's photon facilities, which can be explored here. Your efforts will help ensure that our tools are robust and free from errors.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Developing automated test suites for scientific software
  • Designing and implementing unit and integration tests
  • Collaborating closely with developers to improve code quality and reliability
  • Learning best practices in software testing and quality assurance

Your Profile

We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:

  • You are in your final year of Bachelor’s studies or pursuing a Master's degree in computer science, a natural science, or engineering
  • You possess a solid working knowledge of English and strong Python skills

If you are a student with Python programming experience and a keen interest in software testing, automation, and scientific applications, we invite you to connect with us!

Apply online using the form below to sharpen your skills while making a meaningful impact on scientific software!

We Offer

Our institution fosters interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. You will benefit from systematic on-the-job training, as well as opportunities for personal development and vocational training. We strive to support a healthy work-life balance with modern employment conditions and on-site infrastructure.

  • Hands-on coding experience in a scientific environment
  • An opportunity to contribute to real-world projects
  • Mentorship and collaboration with experienced developers
  • Competitive compensation for a typical duration of 2-3 months

For further information, please contact Dr. Sven Augustin at .

Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Villigen PSI
Country : Switzerland

Application Form

Please enter your information in the following form and attach your resume (CV)

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