Software tester Review

I am a software tester, so I carry out manual testing on applications that have been updated to check the software is still performing as it should. Day to day it involves speaking to application experts to understand the app, creating test cases and writing scripts for testing an app, updating documentation such as a test plan and test report. Also, for the automation it involves coding to write automated test scripts

I have developed my coding skills and learnt how to code in java, I have learnt how to use selenium web driver I have become familiar with software such as ALM and Jira I have learnt about waterfall and agile methodologies I have developed my communication skills from holding meetings and giving presentations and sending lots of emails I have also developed my skills in EXCEL

I have been given a lot of responsibility in my internship. I have the same role as the permanent members of the software testing team and with this has come the same responsibilities, but I have always had the support of my team if I am unsure or have made a mistake. Having the same role means I have been the sole software tester on a project and I have been responsible for all software testing related work carried out on a project, this has given me exposure to many teams and meant I can understand what a full time role would be like whilst still being in a safe and supportive environment

I have had huge amounts of support. My team lead has always been contactable to answer any of my questions. I have never felt unable to ask a question or to ask for help and whenever I have asked for help the response has always been quick. The support has really been amazing.

The company culture is extremely friendly. I have made so many office friends just from being sat near them. The office operates hot desking and people you end up sat next to are always friendly. Also, bumping into people in the corridor or kitchen everyone is friendly. There is also a large intern and graduate cohort which is really supportive and friendly and full time employees are always really supportive when you mention you are an intern. The managing director of the company always pops round the office for a chat and is really friendly and approachable.

I have really enjoyed my placement at Boeing and I would love to return to Boeing after I graduate. The placement has taught me so many new skills and the culture of the company has been so lovely that I really want to return. Also, with being an intern I have been able to have so many experiences outside of my day to day role as everyone is keen to help you try new things

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Be friendly, they hire people based on their potential and their outlook so show that you are keen and happy to learn new skills. Apply to a role even if you don’t think you have quite the right skills as Boeing are really good at training people up and everyone in the company wants to help and wants you to succeed.