Placement Year Review at Microsoft

The Role

Role Description

Helping to plan and organise events with top management from key advertising agencies and accounts.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Really great placement, and such an amazing intern community which made it even better.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I find that every is very welcoming, and if you go out of your way to do someone a favour, it certainly wont go unnoticed.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Given lots of support and guidance, but you do have to ask for it. You cant just sit around and wait for people to realise your lost you need to be proactive.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

My job role was really up and down as I worked more on the events side with Microsoft. I could have a really quiet day and then the next day would be completely rushed off my feet, but there was always plenty of work to go around.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

It took a while to be given the responsibility i want but once i found my feet i was definitely relied on a lot.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I definitely feel even with basic skills like time management and organisation will help me next year. Also took MS exams which are free for employees but really expensive externally which will look great on my CV.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Quite a relaxed environment. Dont get me wrong everyone is very busy but there is definitely enough time to have a laugh with your colleagues.

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

Initially it was very poorly managed, but i know this was such a rare case. You definitely have a available to you a great support network.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

I had the oppurtunity to go to many events, I was put into positions of responsibility which at first were a little scary but have all helped to develop me as a person.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

• Financial Bonus
• Company Parties/Events
• Staff Sales/Staff Shop
• Working from home

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Would love to come back and work with my team. Such an amazing fast paced company to work for which incredible oppurtunities for growth!

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

We had a great intern community, but also teams are so close with many social events littering the calendar throughout the year.

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

★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 3/10

Working it London, we definitely struggled as it is somewhat pricey. But you have your salary and just have to learn how to budget.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Located in central london you certainly cant complain about the nightlife... only the prices.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

There are plenty of sports teams for those who want it.

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?

Lots of charity events to get involved in, and oppurtunity to help out when other teams hold exciting events.

Review 103/109 for Microsoft

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