a brief intern experience - Graduate Research Intel Corporation Employee Review

4.0
May 6, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

Great training program and very specific path for advancement. The Intel culture encourages risk-taking which is great if you want to start side-projects if time-permitting. Managers will give you very specific and helpful feedback at performance reviews which gives you some concrete ideas of what you can do better next quarter. The reviews also outlines key achievements and where you fit in the Intel road map, this is extremely important because sometimes it is difficult to see the impact of your work in such a large company. Work schedule is very flexible as all employee performances are measured by results, not effort.

Cons

Contributions to the company may seem small. Although career advancement path is clear, it may be much slower than smaller companies. The work environment is very traditional and office-like. People work in separate cubes, although there are re no closed doors, it still seems like a closed environment. Hillsboro is essentially a farm, it's remote and very quite, but outside of work there is very little to do. Downtown Portland is not too difficult to reach but living in Hillsboro can be boring. Transportation in the Hillsboro area is not convenient, so a car is definitely required. Working at such a remote location makes you feel somewhat isolated.

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3.0
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Pros

Working as a Sales Associate at Intel provided valuable exposure to one of the world's leading technology companies. The role offered opportunities to develop customer-facing communication skills while building knowledge of cutting-edge products and innovations. Intel's strong brand reputation made it easier to engage customers and generate interest in solutions. The company emphasized professionalism, teamwork, and ongoing learning, creating a supportive environment for career development. Management generally provided clear expectations and performance metrics, which helped employees understand success criteria. The experience also strengthened problem-solving abilities, product presentation skills, and the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Cons

The role could be highly metrics-driven, creating pressure to consistently meet sales targets and performance expectations. Some periods involved repetitive tasks and customer interactions, which could become routine over time. As a large organization, decision-making processes sometimes felt slow, and implementing changes could take longer than expected. Product training was helpful but keeping up with frequent technology updates required continuous self-learning outside of normal responsibilities. Career advancement opportunities could be competitive depending on location and team structure. Additionally, balancing customer needs with sales goals occasionally created challenges, particularly during busy periods or when dealing with complex customer concerns.

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