Just outa college, not a bad joint at all! The paychecks won't bounce, that's for sure. - MBA Intern Intel Corporation Employee Review

4.0
2 Aug 2008
Recommend
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Pros

-Work with very talented, ambitious, smart people -Lots of areas to make lateral moves if you decide to switch focus (marketing,sales,technical,engineer) -VERY direct communication with co-workers/managers. career dev, work/life balance, performance are all talked about openly -everyone is so damn motivated! This rubs off which is great, but becomes stressful/tiring at times -always enjoyed the people I've worked with, who are much older than me but fun to work with.

Cons

-working environment, grey cubes -super competitive. You'll need to be a workaholic to be noticed, which goes for most big tech companies -marketing group is very flat which makes promotions nearly impossible -managers don't get paid more so you'll see a lot of 15 year veterans that aren't managers -low moral due to headcount reduction over the years -lots of ppl feel overwhelmed with their workloads

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5.0
8 Jun 2026
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Pros

Job security, cutting edge of technology, engaging, perks, health benefits, ESPP

Cons

Promotions and growth is slower than tech world, can feel stagnant and monotonic in work if you dont try to keep finding new work and projects

3.0
11 Jun 2026
Recommend
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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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