MTC Architect Review

by Soho Productions (Microsoft Studios)

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • Really enjoyed the placement. Would recommend it to anyone. For my role specifically had to self start which was no problem whatsoever.

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

    • Within my specific office and within the business I felt valued for what I could provide.

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

    • Had very regular calls with managers and mentors to make sure I was on track. Being in a remote location this helped a lot.

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

    • Always busy on various projects and working with teams within the company.

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

    • I was given full responsibility of a worldwide facility and it's functions. Also acted as a technical sales for various account teams who are based elsewhere.

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

    • N/A

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • Fairly small office but the atmosphere was fantastic. Everyone knew each other and this transferred onto any new starts we had.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well setup. Was never left in the dark.

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

    • Very heavily. Was given the opportunity to carry out certifications and meet with customers etc.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home

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

    • Very appealing. Certainly looking to come back after a time.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • I lived in Edinburgh so it was very high.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Fantastic. Edinburgh and Glasgow are great cities.

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

    • A lot of national initiatives to get involved with.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Management, Computer Science, Information Technology, Sales

Scotland

June 2016

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