During this in-house training, you will learn the intricacies of the testing profession in about seven weeks. Our instructors come from the field and are full of knowledge that they love to share with you! Much attention is paid to the fundamentals of software testing based on ISTQB and TMAP®, among others. Testing in an Agile/Scrum – and less structured – environment is also covered. We also pay explicit attention to the technical aspects of the testing profession. For example, there are training days that cover topics such as mobile app testing, test automation and Java for testers. During the traineeship, you will take three internationally recognized exams: ISTQB Foundation, ISTQB Agile Tester Extension and ISTQB Mobile Application Testing. There is also room to further develop your communication skills and learn more about the services Polteq offers. 
After you have successfully completed the intensive – but also fun – traineeship, you will have the basic skills to start as a tester, often in a team, in one of our challenging projects. You will start your career as a software tester under the guidance of an experienced Polteq person at one of our clients, after which you will be independently deployed on a challenging project within your region, as we have clients throughout Belgium. This could be at a web builder (mobile apps), in logistics, at a bank, insurance company, telecom company or government organization, for example. In addition to analytical methodical work (preparing, specifying and also performing tests), you will have a lot of contact with project management, users, developers, designers and administrators. In this way, you come into contact with all aspects of IT. It often comes down to your personal skills to obtain and disseminate information appropriately, to take care of business and organize if necessary! Testing is much more than you might think at first glance: the central (information) point regarding software quality and risks.
Our traineeship takes place at our headquarters in Amersfoort. Don’t live nearby? No problem! During the traineeship, we offer the opportunity to stay overnight in the area so that you can fully focus on your development. After the traineeship, you will be deployed in your own region, limiting your travel time and maintaining a good work-life balance. We offer a competitive salary, a car from the moment you start working for our clients, a pension plan, 20 vacation days and 12 ADV days. You will also have ample opportunity for continuous learning and self-development with unlimited access to education and training so that you can grow beyond the traineeship.
The IT Traineeship Software Tester is the ideal starting position for young professionals who aspire to work as a test specialist, technical tester, test consultant or test manager within IT. Within Polteq, you can advance to these positions. We are looking for ambitious individuals with a completed bachelor’s or master’s degree. The field of study does not matter, if you are interested in IT you have come to the right place. For example, it would be top if you have already built a website or are just handy with cell phones, computers & software…. 
“I am greatly looking forward to becoming an experienced tester and certainly do not regret my choice of Polteq. After the traineeship, I hope to get to a place where the learning process continues. To start learning again as a 51-year-old is quite a challenge. Obviously the work has to be fun, but so far I’ve noticed time and again that Polteq doesn’t disappoint, so I’ll be fine with that assignment as well. I’m especially curious about putting the newly learned skills into practice.”
Alton Goodett, Traineeship January 2023
Polteq is the independent specialist in the Netherlands and Belgium in the field of software testing and market leader in the field of test training. Our professionals provide the right testing service for our clients, at the right time. That’s our passion! In doing so, we act independently and support our clients in various facets of the testing profession. Within Polteq, our professionals are important. Our goal is personal and long-term cooperation. A dedicated Unit Manager will help you in your development through challenging assignments, personal contact and unlimited training opportunities
Take action! Apply immediately by using the online application form on this page. Still have questions? Then contact Monica Verpoucke (Country Manager), she can be reached at the Leuven office +32 (0) 16 39 48 04 or directly at +32 (0) 496 46 19 64 . You can also email Monica: monica.verpoucke@polteq.com, she will take all the time she needs to answer your questions.
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