Universally Speaking
NEET PROJECT - Functionality QA Video Games Tester in Liverpool
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🚀 NEET PROJECT: Games FQA (Liverpool City Region Youth Trailblazer Scheme) 🎮
Want to get your hands on the world's biggest upcoming video games before anyone else? Your journey starts here.
For over 20 years, Universally Speaking has built a global reputation for testing some of the greatest games and apps on the planet. Now, we're looking for the next generation of FQA powerhouses to join our dedicated team in Liverpool.
Whether you have years of experience or are looking to break into the industry with your very first role if you have a relentless passion for gaming and an eye for detail, we want to hear from you!
Eligibility
Open to 18 to 21-year-olds in the Liverpool City Region (including Liverpool, Halton, and St Helens) who are currently not in full-time education, employment, or training.
What You'll Be Doing
Your mission is simple: play games, find the bugs (glitches, crashes, or mistakes), and help developers fix them so the final game is an absolute masterpiece.
Through this supported program, you will:
- Learn the Basics of Testing: We will teach you industry-standard FQA (Quality Assurance) processes and professional testing skills from scratch
- Hunt Down Bugs: Learn how to run step-by-step game tests to find glitches across different platforms (PC, Console, Mobile, and VR)
- Work with the Pros: Use standard industry tools to report bugs, helping developers polish and perfect their vision
- Join an Elite Squad: Work side-by-side with a friendly, passionate team of like-minded gamers in a supportive, welcoming environment
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Requirements
👀 Who You Are
You are exactly who we need if you bring high energy and the following skills:
- A Hardcore Passion for Gaming: You live and breathe video games, keeping up with the latest industry launches and trends
- Laser-Sharp Focus: Exceptional attention to detail you spot the things everyone else misses
- Tech-Savvy: Great with computers (including MS Office) and fast at adapting to brand-new software. Familiarity with multiple hardware setups (PC, Consoles, Mobile, VR) is a massive plus
- A True Team Player: Reliable, consistent, and ready to thrive under pressure to smash tight deadlines
- Strong Communicator: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- Adaptable: You are a quick learner, proactive, tenacious, and ready for fresh challenges every single day
🌟 Why This Program is Perfect For You
This isn't just a job it's a supported pathway to help you build a career. We are committed to making sure you succeed:
- No Experience Required: We hire for attitude and passion. Full training is provided from day one
- Dedicated Mentorship: You will have regular, supportive 1-to-1 catch-ups and evaluations each month to help you track your progress, build your confidence, and level up your skills
- A Supportive Environment: We actively welcome neurodiversity individuals and candidates of all backgrounds. We focus on your unique strengths
- Future-Proof Your CV: By the end of this project, you will have real-world, highly valued tech industry experience on your resume
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📝 Who We Are Looking For
You don't need a fancy degree or a long employment history. We want to hear from you if:
- You are aged 18 to 21 and live in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Halton and St Helens)
- You genuinely love video games and want to learn how they are made
- You are patient, observant, and enjoy solving puzzles or finding hidden details
- You can work well in a team and are open to feedback and learning new things
Benefits
🎁 The Perks
- Industry Experience: Direct, hands-on experience in the most exciting industry in the world
- Top-Tier Training: Fully paid, comprehensive training to turn you into a QA machine
- Wellness & Care: Access to a Wellbeing Portal (with Live Chat), mini health checks, and structured therapy/counseling support
- Fuel Your Day: Free breakfast at the office (if you get in quick!)
⚠️ Please Note (Important Project Information)
- On-Site Only: Due to strict security requirements from our game studio partners, all work must be performed on-site at our Liverpool offices. There are absolutely no remote or hybrid options available
- Project Pool Structure: Following your paid training, you will be placed into our talent pool and called into the office as project work goes live. Because of shifting client demands and seasonal loads, continuous paid work is not guaranteed
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