There’s no denying it. The tech industry is a male dominated field. Yes, small steps are being taken, but the fact is there’s still a significant gender gap, with stats showing that women make up less than one third of the global workforce in technology related fields.
The level of gender inequality varies across disciplines, with far fewer women employed in engineering and architecture roles. Look at software development in particular, and you’ll find that currently, around just 17% of developers worldwide are female.
At REVIEWS.io, we believe that initiatives like the Girls in Tech internship can help to create a more inclusive and diverse workforce. We’re committed to supporting gender diversity in the field and believe that by providing opportunities for young women to gain practical experience, we can help to inspire the next generation of women in tech.
So what exactly are we offering?
The REVIEWS.io Girls in Tech Internship is a two week summer placement here at our head office in Leicester City Center. The placement will begin on Monday 26th June 2023 and run until Friday 7th July.
As the successful applicant, you’ll get stuck in working with and supported by our established teams. During the first week, you’ll get to experience all aspects of our business and explore our products, working alongside wider teams including sales, marketing and customer support.
Week two will be spent with the development team, where you’ll have the opportunity to work on a specific project with a dedicated mentor.
As a more detailed job description, you can expect to:
What you’ll take from it is hands-on experience in a fast paced tech environment, and exposure to the latest technologies and industry trends. You’ll learn from our talented teams, and develop valuable skills to advance your tech career.
For the right candidate, there’s also the potential for future employment opportunities here at REVIEWS.io.
We encourage applications from female-identifying individuals over 16 years of age, that have a demonstrable interest in working in software development and/or the wider tech industry. This includes students and graduates of Computer Science BSc (or similar), A-level Computer Science students (or similar) and self-taught individuals.
In addition, you’ll need:
If you’re passionate about technology and eager to learn, we want to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter that highlights your qualifications and experience to hr@reviews.io. Please also give a brief explanation of why you are interested in this internship.
The deadline for applications is May 12th 2023
Interviews will be held during the week commencing 22nd May 2023
“We are thrilled to launch the Girls in Tech programme and to encourage more women to pursue careers in the tech industry. We believe that diversity and inclusion is essential for a thriving and innovative company, and this programme is just one way we can contribute to building a more diverse workforce in tech.” - Sarah Goodwin, Head of People at REVIEWS.io
Interested to know more about who we are and what we do? We’re hosting an open morning at our Leicester Head Office on Thursday 27th April 2023 from 10am to 12pm.
This is your opportunity to come and say hello, meet the team, get a feel for our brand and ask any questions you might have. If you would like to join us please register here.
We look forward to seeing you and inspiring the next generation of female tech talent!
