Automation Tester Volunteer Opportunity: Quick Summary

Believe in Me is developing an app aimed at empowering first-generation college students by providing them with personalized guidance, resources, and a supportive community. The app project is managed and executed by a dedicated team of volunteers, leveraging their diverse skills to make a significant impact. We are seeking a passionate and skilled Volunteer Automation Tester to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a passion for quality, and a commitment to creating a flawless user experience for our app users. As an Automation Tester, you will play a critical role in ensuring the functionality, reliability, and performance of the "Believe in Me" app through automated testing frameworks and processes.

Job ID: ILU-AUTOMATION-TESTER-VOL-001 • Workplace: Remote • Type: Volunteer • Date posted: 2026-07-28

About iLevelUP

iLevelUP, an initiative of Believe in Me, empowers first-generation college students with practical guidance, personalized resources, and a supportive community for college and career success.

Automation Tester Volunteer Role Overview

Believe in Me is developing an app aimed at empowering first-generation college students by providing them with personalized guidance, resources, and a supportive community. The app project is managed and executed by a dedicated team of volunteers, leveraging their diverse skills to make a significant impact. We are seeking a passionate and skilled Volunteer Automation Tester to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a passion for quality, and a commitment to creating a flawless user experience for our app users. As an Automation Tester, you will play a critical role in ensuring the functionality, reliability, and performance of the "Believe in Me" app through automated testing frameworks and processes.

Automation Tester Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute automated tests to validate the functionality and performance of the app.
• Work closely with the development and quality assurance teams to identify test requirements and strategies.
• Maintain and enhance the existing automated testing framework to support new features and updates.
• Analyze test results, document findings, and collaborate with developers to ensure timely bug fixes.
• Participate in sprint planning and review meetings to provide insights into automated testing outcomes and recommendations.
• Stay updated on the latest testing tools, methodologies, and industry best practices to continuously improve testing efficiency and effectiveness.
• Contribute to the development of a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the volunteer team.

Automation Tester Qualifications

• Experience in automated testing with proficiency in one or more automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Appium, TestComplete).
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, processes, and quality metrics.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript is highly desirable.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and cases.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities to work with a remote volunteer team.
• Passion for the Believe in Me mission and a desire to contribute to the success of the app project.

Why Volunteer With Us?

• Make a tangible impact on the lives of first-generation college students, providing essential support and resources to help them succeed.
• Collaborate with a team of equally passionate individuals about education, technology, and making a difference.
• Enhance your portfolio and gain experience by leading a significant, impactful project.
• Enjoy flexible volunteering hours, accommodating volunteers from various time zones in a fully remote position.

Why This Automation Tester Volunteer Role Matters

First, your expertise will strengthen practical support for first-generation college students. In addition, you will collaborate with mission-driven volunteers across disciplines. As a result, your work can improve the clarity, reliability, and reach of iLevelUP resources. Meanwhile, you can build meaningful experience and demonstrate measurable contributions. Finally, this remote role offers flexibility while keeping student outcomes at the center.

For example, you will turn your expertise into practical support for students. Additionally, you will document progress and share useful insights with collaborators. Therefore, the team can make informed decisions and improve its work. At the same time, you will receive clear priorities and opportunities to contribute independently. Likewise, cross-functional partners will help remove blockers. Consequently, successful work can reach more students. In practice, consistent communication and reliable follow-through matter. Ultimately, the goal is a more useful and inclusive iLevelUP experience.

Time Commitment & Location

Flexible volunteer schedule; specific expectations will be discussed during onboarding.

This is a remote volunteering position with flexible hours to accommodate volunteers from various time zones.

How to Apply

Ready to contribute your expertise to iLevelUP? Submit your resume and a brief statement of interest.

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