About the role#
As an SDET Intern in Pharmacy Technology, you will work with software engineers, product managers, architects, and data engineers. Your goal is to ensure pharmacy applications meet high standards for quality, reliability, performance, and patient safety. This role involves more than traditional testing. You will contribute to test automation, continuous quality engineering, and the implementation of AI agents to assist with engineering workflows.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to test automation and AI-powered testing strategies.
- Analyze information to make recommendations that support the business unit.
- Provide day to day support across various Walgreens divisions.
- Suggest improvements to leadership regarding policies and processes.
- Deliver a project aligned with strategic priorities and present your findings to leadership.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor degree program with at least 2 semesters remaining.
- Experience working in teams and presenting information in formal or classroom settings.
- Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Understanding of software engineering and testing fundamentals.
- Programming knowledge in Java and Python.
- Familiarity with the software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies.
- Experience with automation frameworks like Selenium, Playwright, or Tosca.
- Experience developing automated software tests.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Coursework or projects involving Generative AI, LLMs, AI agents, machine learning, or natural-language processing.
- Knowledge of LLM APIs and AI development frameworks.
Location & details#
- Location: Deerfield, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $15 to $33.65 per hour.
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
About Walgreens
Walgreens operates a network of approximately 8,500 retail pharmacies across the United States and Puerto Rico. Founded in 1901, the company maintains its headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois. It employs over 100,000 people and provides pharmacy, health, and beauty services to nearly 9 million customers daily. The business integrates physical stores with digital platforms to deliver healthcare services.
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