2026 Summer Student, QA Analyst
Top Benefits
About the role
Unit | Department: Corporate Services | IM/IT
Reports to: Director, Corporate Applications and PMO
Type: Full-Time | Temporary | 1 Vacancy
Location Options: Ottawa, Ontario (Hybrid)
Salary: $17.75/hour (minimum) to $32.31/hour (maximum)
Deadline to apply: January 16, 2026, 12pm EST
What makes you a great fit for this role? You are eager to play a critical role in delivering technology projects that advance our Data, Analytics, and AI Strategy. You thrive on designing and executing QA standards and testing frameworks that reduce risk and accelerate solution deployment. With a keen eye for detail and strong problem-solving skills, you’re ready to maintain accurate documentation, identify and report software defects, and contribute to functional reviews. If you enjoy improving processes, supporting backlog management, and ensuring high-quality outcomes, this opportunity is for you.
We Have
- Rockstars to work with
- Leaders that have your back
- An enterprise that embraces change
- The tools to do your job
- An unmatched employee experience
- Wellness initiatives that’ll make your jaw drop
You Have
- Keen attention to detail and strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Familiarity with QA methodologies and software testing concepts
- Comfort working with Microsoft tools (SharePoint, Azure, M365)
- Experience or exposure to tools like Jira or Zephyr Scale (asset)
- Studies specializing in computer science, information technology or software engineering
- Completion of coursework in software testing is considered an asset
And This Is Totally You
- Design and execute test cases to ensure quality and performance
- Identify, document, and report software defects
- Maintain QA and project documentation for auditability
- Participate in feature reviews and provide usability feedback
- Expand the QA test case library and support automation readiness
- Assist with backlog management and development workflows
Does this sound like your next opportunity? If you are a postsecondary student returning to full-time studies in the Fall, we hope you apply! The CMA and the CMA Group of Companies (CMA Foundation and CMA Impact) are committed to accommodating employees with disabilities, accessibility needs, and other protected human rights characteristics, to the point of undue hardship. Any candidate requiring accommodation is encouraged to make their needs known. Reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion are key priorities, and the CMA enterprise actively strives to build a culture where all employees can be their authentic selves and are valued for their diverse personal experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and a variety of lived experiences to apply. The posted range of pay rates is a guideline for this position. Actual pay will depend on your year or level of study and whether you’ve previously worked in a student role with CMA. If you move forward in the process, you’ll have the chance to discuss your candidacy and specific skills with a recruiter and to address any questions you may have. The CMA and the CMA Group of Companies (CMA Foundation and CMA Impact) has hybrid as well as remote workers across Quebec and Ontario. The Enterprise works in partnership with stakeholders and counterparts nationally across Canada. Due to the nature of the work performed for this position, the incumbent is required to communicate with colleagues in Quebec, Ontario and/or other provinces in English. Proficiency in French is an asset, but not a requirement of this role. _____________________________ Emploi étudiant pour l’été 2026, Analyste de l’assurance qualité *cliquez sur le lien pour une description complète en français
About Canadian Medical Association
The Canadian Medical Association leads a national movement with physicians who believe in a better future of health. Formed in Quebec City in 1867, the CMA’s rich history of advocacy led to some of Canada’s most important health policy changes. As we look to the future, the CMA will focus on developing a sustainable, accessible health system where patients are partners, and a new culture of medicine that embraces equity and diversity. Follow us on Twitter: @CMA_Docs
2026 Summer Student, QA Analyst
Top Benefits
About the role
Unit | Department: Corporate Services | IM/IT
Reports to: Director, Corporate Applications and PMO
Type: Full-Time | Temporary | 1 Vacancy
Location Options: Ottawa, Ontario (Hybrid)
Salary: $17.75/hour (minimum) to $32.31/hour (maximum)
Deadline to apply: January 16, 2026, 12pm EST
What makes you a great fit for this role? You are eager to play a critical role in delivering technology projects that advance our Data, Analytics, and AI Strategy. You thrive on designing and executing QA standards and testing frameworks that reduce risk and accelerate solution deployment. With a keen eye for detail and strong problem-solving skills, you’re ready to maintain accurate documentation, identify and report software defects, and contribute to functional reviews. If you enjoy improving processes, supporting backlog management, and ensuring high-quality outcomes, this opportunity is for you.
We Have
- Rockstars to work with
- Leaders that have your back
- An enterprise that embraces change
- The tools to do your job
- An unmatched employee experience
- Wellness initiatives that’ll make your jaw drop
You Have
- Keen attention to detail and strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Familiarity with QA methodologies and software testing concepts
- Comfort working with Microsoft tools (SharePoint, Azure, M365)
- Experience or exposure to tools like Jira or Zephyr Scale (asset)
- Studies specializing in computer science, information technology or software engineering
- Completion of coursework in software testing is considered an asset
And This Is Totally You
- Design and execute test cases to ensure quality and performance
- Identify, document, and report software defects
- Maintain QA and project documentation for auditability
- Participate in feature reviews and provide usability feedback
- Expand the QA test case library and support automation readiness
- Assist with backlog management and development workflows
Does this sound like your next opportunity? If you are a postsecondary student returning to full-time studies in the Fall, we hope you apply! The CMA and the CMA Group of Companies (CMA Foundation and CMA Impact) are committed to accommodating employees with disabilities, accessibility needs, and other protected human rights characteristics, to the point of undue hardship. Any candidate requiring accommodation is encouraged to make their needs known. Reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion are key priorities, and the CMA enterprise actively strives to build a culture where all employees can be their authentic selves and are valued for their diverse personal experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and a variety of lived experiences to apply. The posted range of pay rates is a guideline for this position. Actual pay will depend on your year or level of study and whether you’ve previously worked in a student role with CMA. If you move forward in the process, you’ll have the chance to discuss your candidacy and specific skills with a recruiter and to address any questions you may have. The CMA and the CMA Group of Companies (CMA Foundation and CMA Impact) has hybrid as well as remote workers across Quebec and Ontario. The Enterprise works in partnership with stakeholders and counterparts nationally across Canada. Due to the nature of the work performed for this position, the incumbent is required to communicate with colleagues in Quebec, Ontario and/or other provinces in English. Proficiency in French is an asset, but not a requirement of this role. _____________________________ Emploi étudiant pour l’été 2026, Analyste de l’assurance qualité *cliquez sur le lien pour une description complète en français
About Canadian Medical Association
The Canadian Medical Association leads a national movement with physicians who believe in a better future of health. Formed in Quebec City in 1867, the CMA’s rich history of advocacy led to some of Canada’s most important health policy changes. As we look to the future, the CMA will focus on developing a sustainable, accessible health system where patients are partners, and a new culture of medicine that embraces equity and diversity. Follow us on Twitter: @CMA_Docs