software engineer Review

by Microsoft

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • Learned a lot(!) while having opportunities to do things outside of my core role - work with other interns, travel and have a real impact on the business

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

    • Everyone was really friendly and helpful, especially in the beginniglng when I was overwhelmed and scared of the unknown.

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

    • Weekly catch ups with my manager were very helpful. I could tell him about every problem or concern I have. He also provided guidance and helped me whenever I had a problem with work.

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

    • I was able to manage my own time and work which I found really convenient. Every day we would discuss progress of everybody's work and if someone had problems then other would help him.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given many important tasks and I closely worked with other teams. I feel like my work really contributed to the project and it made me feel proud.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • They will help me a lot! Not only I learned work skills and gained knowledge but I also learned how to work with other people, organize projects and be productive.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very positive, literally almost felt like family. I worked in one of the studios and everybody knew each other. We had different events every few weeks. I loved every single moment.

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

    • I think it was very good - I knew what to do and if not I always had someone to help me. We also had all interns events which I enjoyed.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I had access to many different resources which helped me to improve. We also had some presentations on personal development. I definitely improved.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home

    Healthcare/Dental
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • There are many options - including popular grad scheme which has a variety of different roles.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Lots of people from all over the world. It created a good and friendly atmosphere.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • I lived in Leicester and given the amount I was paid it wasn't really a problem to go out, socialise and have fun.

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

    • Different clubs and pubs, so there was always something to do. But it obviously didn't feel like living in big cities.

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

    • Yes, we had events like film screening or games nights. Oh and also fitness sessions!

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Computer Systems Engineering, Computer Science

East Midlands

June 2016

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