Software tester Review
at IBM
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Cardiff, UK
Review Submitted: May 2023
Overall Rating
4.4 /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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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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 had a great apprenticeship with IBM through GK Apprenticeships learning about OAT testing of various systems. I had a very supportive career and apprenticeship mentor and overall i would highly recommend IBM as a company to pursue an apprenticeship with.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I have enjoyed my program overall and would recommend to other potential applicants
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learned about the various aspects of OAT and system testing as well as about agile vs waterfall software testing.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The program has a fair amount of structure, a slight tweak here or there to lean into more technical skills would be welcome
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I recieve a large amount of support from my employer and my colleagues at IBM
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I recieved alot of support from my training provider and could always ask questions
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It helps me understand my role and put my actions in a wider understand context of software testing
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 but working remotely can make this slightly more challenging.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend IBM to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Its a good company to work for with good benefits
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to IBM?
Be open honest and confident in doing the best of your ability
