What might surprise you about Microsoft
Jobs in IT: What might surprise you about Microsoft Before he joined Microsoft, Montana native and avid outdoorsman Jack Cowett planned a career in the fly-fishing industry. With little information about what lay ahead, Jack took a chance. Ultimately, he joined the Surface team, landing a tech job instead—and a new life. Thinking of Jack’s decision, we asked: “You didn't think you would ever consider working for Microsoft. What surprised you most about coming to work here?” As Jack tells it: The best thing about working on the Surface team is the sense of community and camaraderie . I am surrounded by smart people who all care about our product and work like crazy to make it successful. My colleagues have become an important part of my life. If I ever needed help, they would be there to support me. I think this is rare. It is certainly not something I have felt in my other jobs. We celebrate our birthdays together; we send cards and support each other through marriages, div