Motherboard Memoirs: Opeyemi's Internship Review

In our ongoing series featuring the stories of participants in Motherboard's Internship Program, we're excited to present the latest review. 

Join Opeyemi Oyeyemi, a QA Analyst, as she shares her progress and experiences during the internship program.

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Why did you decide to apply to Motherboard and what role did you apply for? 

I applied to Motherboard because I was interested in gaining industry experience beyond non-profit organizations. However, I almost didn't go through with it because the application for the Engineering (QA Analyst) internship required me to do something product-related, which wasn't what I initially planned for. A week before the deadline, my friend reminded me about it and we both decided to give it a shot.

What was the application and interview process like for you? 

The application process is one you'd call THOROUGH. I went through three interviews before I received my internship offer letter. 

How did it feel to get accepted? 

My acceptance letter came later than expected due to some issues, so I had some mixed feelings at the time. I felt both excited and uncertain because I was stepping into a role I knew very little about—I only knew the name and function.

‍What was the onboarding process like? What were your first impressions of Motherboard and the team? 

The onboarding process was smooth. I had interviews with the Head of Backend Engineering and the QA I would be working with. Despite my late start with the team, I was quickly brought up to speed. I must say, everyone at Motherboard is welcoming and willing to help.

How did it feel to have ownership of a project? 

My main concern was starting something new and ensuring I didn't make any mistakes, especially since I was working with live projects. It took me some time to fully take ownership of my tasks. However, my immediate boss/supervisor was incredibly supportive, patiently guiding me as I learned the ropes. Their assistance gave me more confidence.

What was your experience working with other people in the course of your project? 

I didn’t face any difficulties collaborating with my colleagues in the Engineering and Product teams. We worked well together. During our standup meetings and collaborative tasks, there were no issues among interns either. 

I learned the importance of immediate communication in a fast-paced work environment, where feedback needs to be addressed promptly.

‍What were the outcomes of your project?

From my perspective, the results of my work as a QA analyst (or software tester) may not always be obvious, but any shortcomings are noticeable. The success of my projects lies in the effective functioning of the apps I tested.

Did you learn anything new in the course of planning and executing your project? 

The internship was a valuable learning experience for me. Almost everything I did was new to me, and I had to apply what I learned almost immediately. I'm glad I applied for the Motherboard Internship Program.