EMEA GBS Commercial and Partner Business Intern Review

by Microsoft

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    3.0

    The Role

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • 5/5

    The Company

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

    • My office was very relaxed and laid back, there was always support when needed but also people were always happy to have a cup of tea and chat.

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

    • The overall structure was very well set up, the mentor ship and the commitments were set out and if i was unsure I knew who to ask.

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

    • I felt like the firm fully invested in me. I joined Microsoft not knowing what section of business I wanted to peruse. People were more than happy to take time out to discuss my future, their roles and even allow shadowing. There was a number of outlets for training which was also encouraged.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • The prospect of the graduate role is very appealing and I look forward to applying back.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was a very strong intern community as well as a community within each team.

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

    • The cost of living was a little high as it was closer to London than where I previously lived.

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

    • I am not one to enjoy night-life so cannot comment on this.

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

    • I was able to mix with people outside of work due to similar interests. There are a lot of societies within the company to get involved in outside of working hours.

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South East

June 2014

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