Pearson

Overview

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 to build foundational skills in software testing, test automation, quality processes, and defect management.

About Pearson

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.

Requirements & Eligibility

• 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

Key Responsibilities

• 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