Enterprise Services Sales Review

by Microsoft

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • Microsoft is a amazing place to work. The people are great, the company is great, you learn so much!

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

    • The people is what makes the company great, I have never been treated as or felt like just another "intern". I did feel valued by my team, and your treated just like any other employee, which is exactly what you want.

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

    • You can go to and talk to your manager regarding anything. Your manager will help you and guide you with any issues you have. There are there to ensure you develop and grow into the business and expand the ranges of experiences you have, in or outside your team.

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

    • I think its a good balance. Some days you feel quite busy and some days you feel very busy and some days you feel relaxed - but that's what any job will entail - I would rather be busy rather than sitting around - that way you know your having a impact.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • My responsibilities varied from short term to long term, so projects would be for the whole year, and some would be for a week or so. Overall I believe I had projects that covered various aspects of the business.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Personally, what I have learnt from this year will stay with me into and beyond future careers. The transition from the world of university into the corporate world, it really does open your eyes. Here at Microsoft the skills I have picked up from the just talking to various colleagues and if you want to learn something new, there are always opportunities for you to go along to some sessions, in and outside your job. In terms of degree studies - it really helps put certain theories you learn in some modules into perspective. Overall this year has motivated myself, as its given me a idea of where I want to be, and what I need to do, to be there!

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Great atmosphere. Lively, motivates you to work, but very social too. Great balance.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well. Throughout the year, especially at the beginning we had events and inductions which help us get settled in, we were always kept informed regarding anything important we had to know.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • In my job role. I was lucky enough to travel to various countries to attend various meetings and training. If a company lets you travel as an Intern - they are in it for your development. Its all about the experiences which helps your development and skills.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • Plenty off opportunities are available to you, if one doesn't work for you, there's always another way .

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, plenty of internal and external events to socialise with other placement students and colleagues.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • I was based in Reading, Housing wasn't too bad, around £350 pcm including bills. - Reading town, isn't too expensive either. Great shopping centre in central Reading. Good travel links.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Not too bad

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

    • Yes, I have been a part of numerous activities.

    4/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

Business Management, Computer Science, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Information Technology

June 2012

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