Quality Assurance Student Co-Op
At Nasdaq, you'll have the chance to start your career in an environment where learning, teamwork, and innovation come first. In this role, you'll support the NASDAQ Canada Quality Assurance team and gain hands-on experience with Equities trading systems, AWS cloud environments, Python based test tools and AI test case generation.
What You'll Do - Learn the functionality of the NASDAQ Canada Trading system.
- Use Pythia, our Python-based test tool, to convert existing manual or legacy automated scripts into Pythia.
- Use AI tools to create test cases based on the Trading system Functional Specifications.
- Leverage AI tools to assist in the analysis of how to maximize technology with test case creation.
- Investigate how to extend AI prompts to expand on basic functional and use cases.
- Track KPI metrics on successes and fails and report status.
What You'll Bring - Must be a full-time enrolled student in an accredited college or university majoring in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field.
- Basic knowledge and understanding of computer operating systems.
- Self-starter with curiosity, persistence, and a problem-solving mindset.
- Strong communicator with ability to collaborate across teams.
- Willingness to learn new technologies, tools, and methodologies.
Nice to Haves - Experience working with Python.
- Hands on experience with GitHub Copilot or other AI-based test generation tools.
- Hands on programming experience in any language through school or personal projects.
- Familiarity with stock market and trading concepts.
This position will be located in New York City and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.
Come as You Are Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.
We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.
What We Offer We're proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq's overall success.
The base pay range for this role is $21 - $37. In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual boncommission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.
Nasdaq's programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:
- Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
- Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
- Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
- Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
- Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities
For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page
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