Consumer Marketing for Bing Review

by Microsoft

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • The placement was an amazing experience! With plenty of responsibility and challenges the wider Microsoft community was there to support you every step of the way. Would thoroughly recommend!

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

    • Working in a small team enabled me to have a real job, with real consequences, with real rewards!

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

    • Through weekly, monthly and quarterly feedback sessions, one to one meetings with my manager I was able to ask any questions and cover concern.

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

    • Business varied depending on the project I was working on. There would be times where I would be enormously stressed, and other times where free time would be available. Support would always be in place where needed

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

    • As mentioned above, I worked in a team of three people which covered four markets across the globe. The simple answer is, an awful lot...

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

    • My placement year at Microsoft has provided me with a sturdy foundation of skills to take forward to my next job, wherever that may be!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • There is a misconception that everyone who works for Microsoft needs to be techy, this is not the case at all! People of all ages, skills and interests work alongside one another with laughter, excitement and there is never a dull moment!

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

    • The placement was exceptionally well organised with constant compulsory feedback sessions.

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

    • My manager always pushed me to engage and involve myself with more and more activities internal and external to my team.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    International Travel
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Unfortunately Microsoft cannot guarantee the grad scheme opportunity but working as an intern for a year will certainly help your chances!

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • All the interns are of the same age and mindset. We were all very up for including everyone and going for plenty of nights out and drinks after work!

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

    • Its London so unfortunately costs are slightly higher but definitely well worth it

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

    • London has a plethora of opportunities for whatever your interests. There will definitely be something for everyone

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

    • Microsoft had many different opportunities across the business. Definitely something for everyone!

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Marketing

London

June 2016

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