Server & Cloud Platform Marketing Manager Review

by Microsoft

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

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

    • I found it extremely interesting and worthwhile. There are over 100 interns in the UK so i've made some great friends and learnt so much.

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

    • I felt completely valued by 98% of my colleagues. They would go out of their way to thank me and make sure that I was aware that the input that I was putting in was appreciated.

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

    • My manager gave me complete support throughout. No matter how busy he was, he would always make time to check that everything was ok with me and to ask if I had any questions. I didn't feel smothered in any way though - I was left to get on with things but knew that their was guidance and support if I needed it.

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

    • My busyness varied throughout the year. There were times when I was in the office until 7pm at night or catching up on work once i'd gone home, but then there were times when I could go into work later or leave early. Perfect balance.

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

    • I was given total responsibility. Within my job role I often worked with partners and they were always amazed at the responsibility that is given to Microsoft interns.

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

    • Without a doubt, this year has prepared me for my future career far more than University alone and the skills that I have learnt are priceless.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was fairly quiet but in a good way. It allowed me to get on with my work without being distracted, yet there were people to chat to if I wanted to. Everyone is so friendly and as I got to know my team better I begun to have a real laugh with them.

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

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

    • My manager would always make me aware of extra training opportunities which I would ensure that I went along to.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • Microsoft is an amazing company to work for. If I could return to the company in a job role that I loved it would be very appealing.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • We had inter-company socials with interns from nearby companies and an end of year event. We also organised nights out throughout the year.

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

    • Around £5 a club and £3-£4 a drink.

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

    • Reading isn't the best..

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • If you're in to football or rugby then definitely.

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Management, Marketing, PR & Communications

South East

June 2012

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