Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push to the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Skills: Manual Testing, Defect Tracking, Test Plan Development, React, TypeScript
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Skills: Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Image Processing, Signal Processing, State Estimation
Scientist - Human Computer Interaction (UX/HCI/HMI)
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$120k–$170k/yr
Senior+$150K raised
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Skills: Human Factors, Cognitive Systems Engineering, Interaction Design, Cognitive Science, Human-Computer Interaction
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Skills: Simulation, Military Applications, Scenario Design, Entity Behavior, Force Representation
South Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States · On-site
$45/hr–$65/hr
Mid level$150K raised
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Applied Scientist, AI & Deep Learning (mid to senior level)
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$120k–$220k/yr
Senior$150K raised
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Skills: AI, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Python, Probability
Are you interested in being an employee owner at Charles River Analytics, but are not match for any of our current openings? No worries! Apply to this posting and we will keep your information on file for future opportun…
South Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States · On-site
$45/hr–$65/hr
Senior$150K raised
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Skills: Vessel Operations, Navigation, Mechanical Proficiency, Problem-Solving, Team Coordination
South Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States · On-site
$100k–$200k/yr
Mid level$150K raised
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Senior Scientist - Human Computer Interaction (UX/HCI/HMI)
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$170k–$225k/yr
Senior+$150K raised
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Skills: Military Simulation, Scenario Design, Configuration Management, Scripting, Troubleshooting
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Are you interested in being an employee owner at Charles River Analytics, but are not match for any of our current openings? No worries! Apply to this posting and we will keep your information on file for future opportun…
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push to the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Applied Scientist, AI & Deep Learning (mid to senior level)
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$120k–$220k/yr
Senior$150K raised
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push at the forefront of enhanced AI, …
Skills: Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Python, Neuro-symbolic AI, Probabilistic Programming
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$20/hr–$30/hr
Internship
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Casual work environment, Free snacks and beverages, Medical plan enrollment or opt-out incentive, Paid sick/excused time, Free onsite parking, Public transportation accessibility
Posted 2d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The intern will execute manual test procedures, document defects, and contribute to test plan development for COA Generation and UXID software. Additionally, they will support usability studies, user research, and human-systems integration tasks under senior mentorship.
Requirements
Candidates must be currently enrolled in a degree program related to Human Factors, Computer Science, or Psychology and be available for a 6-month full-time commitment starting Fall 2026. Strong communication skills and familiarity with the software development lifecycle are required.
Full job description
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, creates solutions and technology to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Our team of technological entrepreneurs works together to push to the forefront of enhanced AI, robotics, smart sensing, and human-centered computing. The resulting research and development help to continuously advance government programs and discover new possibilities in the commercial marketplace. At Charles River, we take great pride in our success at attracting and retaining the most talented and creative problem-solvers in our field. Now, as part of GRVTY, we offer the same trusted capabilities with increased organizational depth and expanded capacity across mission-critical national security domains. Are you ready to accelerate our mission-focused innovations? We’d love to hear from you!
The Software QA Tester Intern will primarily support verification, validation, and quality assurance activities for the COA Generation Application and related UXID software products. The intern will execute manual test procedures, document defects, and contribute to test plan development under the direct mentorship of a Senior Scientist in Cognitive Systems Engineering. Secondary responsibilities include junior-level contributions across UXID activities—such as supporting user research, usability evaluations, design documentation, and human-systems integration tasks—offering broad exposure to applied CSE in a defense R&D environment.
Our interns/Co-ops work on real projects and cutting-edge technology. We believe strongly in promoting from within, which is demonstrated by the fact that we not only have hired former interns, but that several of our senior-level staff began their careers at Charles River as interns! This is an ideal opportunity for a student who wants to develop technical QA skills while gaining hands-on experience in human factors and cognitive systems engineering on mission-relevant software.
What you’ll do:
Execute manual test cases against application features, user workflows, and UI components built in React/TypeScript
Author, refine, and maintain test cases, test scripts, and regression test suites
Identify, reproduce, document, and triage defects using standard defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira, GitLab)
Validate bug fixes and perform regression testing across builds
Participate in test planning, sprint ceremonies, and code review discussions as appropriate
Contribute to test coverage metrics and quality reporting
Support exploratory testing of novel interaction paradigms (e.g., human-AI teaming, mixed-initiative interfaces)
Where appropriate, contribute to or learn automated testing using tools such as Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, or Playwright
Support usability studies and user research sessions (note-taking, participant logistics, data coding)
Assist with cognitive task analyses, heuristic evaluations, and design walkthroughs
Contribute to UI/UX design documentation, wireframe reviews, and design system maintenance
Support preparation of demonstrations, technical briefings, and customer engagements
Other junior-level technical tasking as assigned by UXID leadership
What you will need:
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Human Factors, Cognitive Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Psychology, or a related discipline
Familiarity with software development concepts and the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail
Ability to document defects and test results clearly and reproducibly
Available for a full-time, 6-month commitment beginning Fall 2026, working hybrid (3 days/week onsite)
We prefer to see:
Coursework or project experience in software testing, QA methodologies, or test automation
Exposure to or interest in human factors, cognitive systems engineering, HCI, or user-centered design
Programming/development experience, particularly with React and TypeScript (highly valued)
Willingness and aptitude to learn automated testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, Playwright)
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
Experience with defect tracking tools (Jira, GitLab, Bugzilla) and version control (Git)
Interest in defense, intelligence, or national security applications
What you’ll gain:
Hands-on experience in mission-relevant software QA for defense applications
Direct mentorship from a Senior Scientist in Cognitive Systems Engineering
Exposure to cutting-edge work in human-AI teaming, decision support, and operational decision-making
Cross-functional collaboration with software engineers, human factors practitioners, UX designers, and researchers
Portfolio-building experience applicable to careers in QA engineering, human factors, UX research, or cognitive systems engineering
Salary Range
$20 - $30 per hour
The above projected salary range is an estimate based on the internal job level(s) for which this role is being considered. The final salary will be decided after careful evaluation of the individual's work experience, education, and overall qualifications. This range does not include the substantial total rewards, as listed below, that you will also be eligible for as an employee at Charles River Analytics.
Benefits & Perks:
Charles River Analytics offers an attractive benefits package & intern activities that include, but are not limited to the following:
Casual work environment
Free snacks and beverages
Eligible for medical plan enrollment or opt-out incentive
Paid sick/excused time
Free onsite parking and easily accessible by public transportation (the MBTA)
Intern challenge problems
Seminars
Company-wide outings
Related keywords
Software QAManual TestingReactTypeScriptJiraGitLabGitJestReact Testing LibraryCypressPlaywrightSDLCAgileScrumHuman FactorsCognitive Systems Engineering
Solutions to serve the warfighter, technology to serve the world.®
Industry
Software Development
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1983
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
LinkedIn followers
9,442
Total funding
$150K
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, conducts leading-edge AI, robotics, and human-machine interface R&D to create custom solutions incorporating collaborative autonomy, advanced predictive maintenance and logistics, and decision support.
We bring foundational research to life, creating human-centered intelligent systems at the edge of what’s possible, through deep partnerships with our customers. We hire and nurture smart people so they can solve hard problems at the intersection of human and machine intelligence. Now as part of GRVTY, we offer the same trusted capabilities with increased organizational depth and expanded capacity, gaining the scale and capacity to operationalize our innovations.
To learn more about Charles River or our current projects and capabilities, contact [email protected].
Offices: 625 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge, MA 02138, US
cognitive scienceResearch & Development (R&D)roboticshuman-machine interfacemedical training solutionshealthcare analyticsmarine systemsautonomous systemsfielded systemscyber security
Solutions to serve the warfighter, technology to serve the world.®
Industry
Software Development
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1983
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
LinkedIn followers
9,442
Total funding
$150K
Charles River Analytics, a GRVTY company, conducts leading-edge AI, robotics, and human-machine interface R&D to create custom solutions incorporating collaborative autonomy, advanced predictive maintenance and logistics, and decision support.
We bring foundational research to life, creating human-centered intelligent systems at the edge of what’s possible, through deep partnerships with our customers. We hire and nurture smart people so they can solve hard problems at the intersection of human and machine intelligence. Now as part of GRVTY, we offer the same trusted capabilities with increased organizational depth and expanded capacity, gaining the scale and capacity to operationalize our innovations.
To learn more about Charles River or our current projects and capabilities, contact [email protected].
Offices: 625 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge, MA 02138, US
cognitive scienceResearch & Development (R&D)roboticshuman-machine interfacemedical training solutionshealthcare analyticsmarine systemsautonomous systemsfielded systemscyber security