Software Test Engineer Review
at IBM
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Southampton
Review Submitted: April 2021
Overall Rating
4.8 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I'm learning to become a software test engineer. I have just recently joined a new project where on a day-to-day basis at the moment, I am shadowing people and learning more about the project before starting any major tasks.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Considering it has all been online, it's been about as good as it can get and I've mostly enjoyed all of it.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I've definiately developed my technical skills, within the subject of Testing. Along with my commination and confidence.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised/ structured. They've made it very clear how the programme is going to look and what's expected from us in the future.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Lots of support. I know multiple people I could go to if I needed any support, who are all really welcoming and helpful.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
We have monthly meetings and I know if I have any questions exactly who to go to for support.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I think the qualification helps a lot towards my role, as all the content within it is relevant and will help me within in my role.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Yes, IBM offer multiple apprentice communities which are extra-curricular activities which you can get involved in.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend IBM to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because I have loved the experience so far I and I think it's something most of my friends would enjoy.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to IBM?
Be patience with the learning speed. It goes at a set pace to begin with because there is so much information to absorb.
