Placement Year Review at Microsoft

The Role

Role Description

Managing orchestration of Microsoft's Small Business Server Products.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Microsoft is a fantastic place to work. It is massive company with great scope to get involved in many different things, especially as an intern. It is also a company that values is employees.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was treated like an employee, not an "intern".

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

My manager was a fantastic support and was always on hand to help out if needed. I was also fortunate to have mentors across the business, who were also able to offer guidance.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

I was always busy, and if I'm honest, often did not have enough time to do everything. However to me this was a good thing and meant I had more to get involved in.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I would never have thought I would have been given the level of responsibility I was. Being able to launch products was fantastic!

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I learnt so much, and so much more than I was even expecting; from IT knowledge to marketing knowledge. It defiantly has helped shape me going forward.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

People were always friendly and never let their busy workloads get to much. I was fortunate enough to work in a very positive team atmosphere.

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

Overall the placement was structured well. However it did take time for my roles and responsibilities to be finalised.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

If I expressed an interest in learning something new, my manager always supported this. I was always encouraged to learn more.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

• Flexi Time
• Subsidised Canteen
• Sports and Social Club
• Subsidised/Company Gym
• National Travel
• International Travel
• Financial Bonus
• Company Parties/Events
• Staff Sales/Staff Shop
• Working from home

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

It would be fantastic to work for Microsoft again.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

There was over 80 interns. Most interns lived with other interns. This combination meant that from day 1 a ready made friendship group was developed. However the area itself was not very vibrant.

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

★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

Rated 6/10

It was standard southern prices.

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 2/10

Very Poor.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

From sports clubs and societies, there was always something to be involved with.

In addition to these questions, is there any extra information you would like to leave about your experiences on your work placement that other students may be interested in?

Brilliant Year!

Review 95/109 for Microsoft

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