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Costa Coffee

Software Tester Apprentice Review

at Costa Coffee

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Software Engineering

High Wycombe

Review Submitted: March 2024

Overall Rating

4.5 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.2/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
My role includes creating test cases and executing test scripts on software and ensuring that before release of software, everything runs bug free and no issues are found.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy my programme, It is very interactive and I am finding that I am always learning something new at work.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have been fortunate enough to learn so many key skills which I have been able to apply whilst working. I have also been able to improve my communication skills whilst working which allows me to network more at work.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It is well organised, I believe that I have a good understanding of how everything will progress.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I receive a good amount of support from my employer and feel as though I can trust there judgment with decisions that are bigger than me.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
We receive a good amount of support from our training providers and have I feel as though I understand what I need to do.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It will give me a much better understanding of Software Testing and also allowed me to get a further understanding of 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.)
5/5
Yes, There are many extra-curricular activities that we get involved in which we feel as though we really benefit from.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Costa Coffee to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The working environment is really good and the team in general are amazing to work around.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Costa Coffee?
Be yourself, be authentic and ask loads of questions. Costa's environment is great for learning and they really do push you to be your best self and set you up to success.
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