Software Developer Engineer Intern Review

by Microsoft

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • Amazing year working with great, talented people.

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

    • Always felt support and valued by colleagues, and developers in my team.

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

    • Mentor and fellow developers were always very supportive in assisting and helping me where necessary.

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

    • Great work balance - a relaxed and fun work environment

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

    • A mix of smaller and large projects, ranging from smaller tasks to help other developers, to leading my own individual or collaborative projects.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Skills and knowledge of software engineering that will help me in my final year, and future opportunities.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • A great balance with time for focused work, relaxing, and fun.

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

    • Organised events throughout the year for interns. Organised or planned work in your team can depend on your teams goals for that particular time, so this can vary throughout the year.

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

    • There are many opportunities to develop your skills, and partake in extra activities.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing. Would definitely be interested in a future opportunity within my team, or elsewhere.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Many social events, parties, and meals out with colleagues, team members, and other interns.

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

    • London is quite expensive for living costs, and socialising. Although there are discounted restaurants and bars for students.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • There are many bars, and pubs in the surrounding areas.

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

    • Opportunities like sports clubs, events showcasing new products.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

June 2014

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