Audience Insights- Xbox Live Advertising Review

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

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

    • A fantastic atmosphere which allows interns to move around and get insights into all areas of the business. A really strong intern community and support throughout the year to help you achieve your goals.

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

    • Ample opportunity for feedback and constructive criticism lets you know that the team and managers recognise your contribution to the business' success.

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

    • Frequent 1-2-1 meetings with my line manager, as well as the intern mentoring scheme provide plenty of ways to vent frustrations or ask for help on any work related issues you may have.

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

    • Although some days are very, very fast paced- overall the level of work was enough to keep the job interesting and engaging.

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

    • Treated with as much responsibility as any other contractor or FTE. You are not a second rate employee as an intern!

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

    • The work ethic and drive for results that are developed over the course of the placement are transferrable attributes that will really help manage work life balance in final year.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Hard work but a lot of fun too! You are given the flexibility to work in the style that suits you, provided you get the work done!

    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?

    • Loads of training to help you get up to speed and transition smoothly into the role- supported by additional development exercises spread over the placement.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

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

    • Absolutely would love to come back- providing it was the right role!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • great- made some life long friendships by the end of the year

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

    • London is expensive! but well worth it for the great location there is always something to do in town!

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

    • Victoria itself not so great- but busses or the tube can get you to any of the hundreds of clubs super fast

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

    • 101 and stretch projects give you a lot of scope to get involved in activities all across the country e.g. visiting schools, universities, games exhibitions and loads more.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

June 2014

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