Technical Account Manager Review

by Microsoft

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Rating

5/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • The Culture
    5.0

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • I enjoyed everyday - there was not a day I didn't get up dreading to go to work. Best year yet !

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • Colleagues very quickly became friends - really welcoming and everybody throughout the business always has time to help an Intern and make the feel truly valued.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • My manager was a lot about personal development and ensuring the best of me is brought out. Always available to provide support & guidance along my Intenrship

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • The projects I was involved kept me really busy and hence time has flown. There was always work I could be doing or et involved in.

    5/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • One of the most surprising aspects of the Internship was the amount of responsibility and therefore the impact an Intern can have is outstanding. Something I never really expected.

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I have utilised my skills but also built in new skills that have allowed me to grow and develop. I have learnt key skills that undoubtedly will help me during my studies and my future.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Always a good vibe and atmosphere. Very relaxed but fast moving atmosphere.

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well organised, with mid-year events with other Interns & a big end-of-year celebration event.

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I was able to attend training sessions that was available to Full-time employees - therefore shows that the company was willing to invest in my personal development and training.

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Great company - privileged to have had worked with Microsoft and hope to do so in the future 100%

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • Yes, amongst Interns we organised events and were able to get to know each other very early on in the process.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • 5/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Reading town centre very close

    5/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Management, Customer Service

South East

June 2016

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