Financial advisor Review

by Microsoft

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • Microsoft is a fantastic company to work for and my job was varied, fun, entertaining and much more.

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

    • I call my colleagues friends because they were just lovely people to work and socialise with.

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

    • My manager was usually around to supervise me and answer my enquiries. Sometimes I couldn't get hold of anyone and was stuck on what to do next.

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

    • Occassionaly, I had too much work and it was hard to manage. Overall though, it was a good balance and I guess I had experience of what it's really like in the real world!

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

    • I managed a few projects for my team, gave speeches to other business functions and I will get to train my replacement.

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

    • The skills I've received so far are brilliant and improve on those I've gained at university. I've learned a few others too.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The office was open plan and therefore it was good to be able to talk to everyone.

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

    • Some of the original communication could be improved: my interviewer took a while to confirm that I actually had the placement but once that was sorted, everything was fine.

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

    • I didn't get to travel anywhere which was a shame - some colleagues went to other Microsoft workplaces. However, there was plenty to do on site.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • There are lots of graduate positions and full-time positions available after finishing uni.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • I went out with other students on a regular basis.

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

    • London was expensive, I didn't like the cost factor at all, but my flat was nice.

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

    • Tons of stuff to keep me occupied. Cinemas, restaurants, etc.

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

    • I don't think Microsoft organised enough activities outside of work but I did go out with other students.

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Banking

London

February 2008

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