Public Sector Business Operations Intern Review

by Microsoft

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Rating

4.8/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    4.8

    The Role

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

    • I had and amazing year and I enjoyed every moment of it.

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

    • I felt like a key part of my team and I was surprised how much people came to me, asked for my opinion and listened what I had to say. The responsibility I was given by my team was great and really made me feel valued.

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

    • My manager was on hand whenever I needed to talk about anything. She really pushed me to make the most of my time here and encouraged me to do my best throughout the year. We had weekly one to ones to check my progress and alter anything according to how I was feeling at the time. Without my managers support, I wouldn't have made the most of this year.

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

    • I had a great balance between my job and other responsibilities. Some times of the day I would be busy but I would always have time to do my own thing and I never felt bogged down or unhappy with my workload.

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

    • I felt really trusted by team with the amount of responsibility I was given.

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

    • There is a real focus on personal development here and you are really pushed to further yourself. From basic business skills, presenting and networking, you are given all the opportunities to improve yourself, it is up to you to take them and make the most of them.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere within my team was great. People were in and out of the office, but the overall atmosphere was definitely conducive to working efficiently and enjoying your time here.

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

    • The placement was managed really well. At the start, you are given plenty of support to help you settle in, with plenty of resources available.

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

    • I feel the company offers numerous events for you to get involved in. Its up to you to take them and make the most of them.

    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?

    • There are numerous opportunities to come back after you complete your placement.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There is a great community of interns and the social scene is great.

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

    • The cost of living is reasonable and you have plenty to cover these costs.

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

    • Its Reading, a good night out.

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

    • There are loads of opportunities to get involved with all the events that Microsoft are part of.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

South West

June 2014

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