PSX & Partner Sales Support Review

by Microsoft

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • Loads- as I was able to do things outside of my job role and the intern social network is so much fun!

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • Highly as interns get real responsibility and recognition for example many stakeholders voluntarily send direct feedback to your manager- which is always a great surprise!

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • You gain support from you managers but also from mentors.

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

    • 4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was involved in many projects some that were fully led by me and released across the business and even externally. This responsibility becomes very motivating and highlights the trust Microsoft has in you.

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

    • You learn more transferable skills as an intern that at uni!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Friendly open plan offices.

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

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

    • It is up to you how much you utilise the programmes and people around you for personal development as Microsofts culture is open and people are happy for you to approach them.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Working from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • 3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Amazing- we had regular intern nights out and you make long term friends!

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

    • 3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

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

    • There are 101 teams where you can work in teams to achieve real results and their are many societies for sports and more!

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

June 2014

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