Vacancy: Accessibility Software Testing Intern

Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) and RNIB are collaborating with organisations to create new opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to find employment through the Get Set Progress (GSP) Internship programme. Dolphin is delighted to be offering an internship as part of the Get Set Progress scheme.

Dolphin is a world leader in software for people who are blind, partially sighted, and neurodiverse, with a distribution network spanning over forty countries. Our software makes a real difference to our customers — helping individuals connect with family and friends, enabling students to fully engage and succeed in education, and empowering employees to excel in a variety of work settings. 

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive individual to join our testing team. As an Accessibility Software Testing Intern, you will assist with quality assurance of Dolphin assistive technologies by identifying and helping resolve accessibility barriers that may prevent users from engaging fully with our software, websites, and applications.

Areas of responsibility:

• Test Dolphin websites, assistive technology software, and mobile applications with speech and braille. Identify, document, and troubleshoot issues.
• Assist in usability testing to ensure products are intuitive and user-friendly.
• Prepare and maintain test plans and test cases.
• Document findings and test coverage in a clear, organized manner.
• Collaborate with team members to suggest improvements based on accessibility testing results.
• Stay updated on accessibility best practices and assistive technology developments

Essential criteria:

This post has a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the successful applicant be a person who is blind or partially sighted, in line with The Equality Act 2010

• Document findings and test coverage in a clear, organized manner.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to read Braille.
• Experience using braille displays and screen readers.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft products and operating systems.
• Confidence using IT, including troubleshooting and learning new technologies.
• Willingness to travel to the TPT Hub in London for intern development events throughout the course of the internship programme (costs covered by TPT).
• Having not previously undertaken the Get Set Progress internship programme.

What are the benefits of a Get Set Progress internship? 

As part of your 9-month internship, you will be part of a large cohort of fellow interns and gain the following:

• Valuable work experience
• Technology support (Including Microsoft Office) and upskilling opportunities
• Online and in-person Training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to present and network with Senior leaders within the Sight Loss Sector
• Opportunities to build relationships with fellow interns
• A personal mentor offering support, advice and guidance throughout your internship
• Help deliver positive changes for people with sight loss

As part of the GSP Internship programme, you will also be enrolled on the TPT Works For Me Employment Programme, where you will gain bespoke employment support, guidance and advice from the TPT Employment Team, some of the skills that you will receive support and guidance around include:

• CV writing
• Job searching
• Cover letter and speculative letter writing
• Application form writing
• Interview techniques