Data Analyst Review

by Microsoft

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Rating

2.9/5
  • The Role
    1.6
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.4

    The Role

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

    • Really good year, so many opportunities and met some great people.

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

    • Certain teams show more appreciation to interns, it really depends on the team.

    1/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • From my manager none, but again, specific teams give more, some interns got lots.

    1/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Some days I would be really busy, then others very quiet. Some I would only be busy at specific points, then quiet again, which is frustrating.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Very little responsibility. Again, some interns got much more and it is very role dependant.

    1/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Technical skills, none, but world-wise, yes I have learnt a lot (for future careers).

    2/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was a little dull.

    1/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • The placement was organised and ran very very well, it can not be faulted. The HR team do a great job.

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

    • Lots of training to get involved in and other opportunities to go out and learn more. Very good.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Lots of opportunities to come back at work here again. The future looks positive.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Lots of interns means lots of social events. Microsoft organise some too, so this is very good.

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

    • Very expensive in Central London. That is just how it is, you have to suck it up and enjoy the year.

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Good, plenty of places in London to go out. Very good.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Lots of events to get involved in, loads of Microsoft discounted events available too.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

June 2014

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