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Software test engineer Review

at IBM

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Software Engineering

Hursley

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

4.3 /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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - 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
Testing software for bugs, errors, defects
Speak to clients
Create high level test plans

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

4/5
Very interesting and understood the content, worked real world task straight away. Which is very useful as my experience and knowledge was developed quickly. The coursework side was a bit intensive

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

4/5
By going straight into the real world tasks of my role, I was able to understand and apply all the software testing skills and foundations.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

4/5
The program its self was very well structured and easy to understand and follow.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

5/5
IBM were very supportive and were understanding of any circumstances. There were so many different support lines for any queries or situations.

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

3/5
The training provider wasn’t as supportive as IBM, they had documentation and PowerPoints to help.

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

4/5
From the content provided from the training provider, I can understand different techniques and skills that may not be applied in my workplace.

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
IBM has many social activities, sports, and networking events

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend IBM to a friend?

Yes

Why?

They really do care about their employees, whether you are an apprentice or a senior. They are always supportive and understanding it many situations

What tips or advice would you give to others applying to IBM?

Show IBM, that you have a growth mindset and willing to learn and develop your skills along side the company
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