Product Management and Marketing Review

by Microsoft

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.6

    The Role

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed my placement at Microsoft. I have learnt more than I could imagine and have come out the process a more confident, more skilled individual.

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

    • I was made to feel like a valued member of the team, rather than just an intern. The responsibility I was afforded proved I was a trusted team member too.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I had weekly 1:1 meetings with my manager to discuss what I was working on and how I wanted to progress going forward. My manager also completed quarterly reviews with me to ensure I was on track to achieve everything I wanted to during my year's placement.

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

    • Depending on what campaigns were running at the time, I would say the balance was just right for how busy I was. How busy I was also depended on how much I wanted to take on- I got out what I put in.

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

    • I was afforded huge responsibility during my placement, taking on social entirely by myself. I was also able to manage campaigns start to finish.

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

    • Being able to see the theory you have learnt put into practice has been invaluable. Real life experience definitely brings your studies to life.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The general office atmosphere was very friendly and chilled. I never felt stressed at work and people would play music throughout the day which was nice.

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

    • The placement was organised very well with constant communication between HR and the interns.

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

    • I took several training sessions with my team and was also able to sign up for specific online training that took my fancy.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • The graduate scheme is very appealing as you are able to spend time in a few different areas in one department to see what suits you best before taking it on permanently. The pay is also great!

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • The social scene I would say has been one of the best parts of my placement year at Microsoft. I've not heard any other placement where there has been such a united intern community. I've made great friends, and between the offices too.

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

    • Socialising in London is expensive, but your pay covers the cost easily.

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

    • It's London- it's great!

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

    • Yes- there is always so much going on, from sports to music to comedy to food!

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Advertising, Marketing

South East

June 2015

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