Audit Intern Review

I enjoyed placement, over the year I felt I developed a number of skills which will benefit me in my career going forward.

I felt valued and was treated as a 1st year would be from the start of placement. The work I received felt meaningful and my colleagues were quick to offer assistance if I struggled with any new concepts in the work I was preparing.

As mentioned above the support I received if I was struggling with any areas was positive and I was encouraged to ask questions to enhance my comprehension of the audit areas I was responsible for.

Although I was an intern, I would not say I did not have enough work. The hours were manageable with spikes every now and then. However this is to be expected when working in any finance related industry. Overall I found a reasonable balance.

Throughout my placement I felt the responsibility I was given was great. I enjoyed the opportunities I was given to complete a new piece of work I had not previously had experience and felt I was adequately supported when I took on responsibility.

I believe the technical skills I gained will benefit me greatly in my final year of university, whilst the career experience and client interaction will enable me to develop professionally when I graduate.

The office was very friendly and felt quite personal as there was around 100 employees in my department. I found it easy to settle in there.

Overall I thought the placement was well organised at the start of placement however some of the communication received as the placement went on wasn't as clear as it could of been.

I had regular progress meetings with my councillor whilst on placement. These meetings allowed me to communicate my goals I wanted to achieve whilst on placement. Through this meetings I was able to achieve these including gaining some experience in a different service line.

The career progression at EY is one of the most appealing aspects of the firm in my opinion. I received a graduate offer and EY appear to offer an offer to all candidates that impress them and they are not prevented from doing so by pre determined quotas.

Being in a regional office the social scene was not as vibrant as it may of been in London. However I enjoyed the regular office drinks and events such as the christmas party were well organised and good fun.

The city was reasonably priced with plenty of accommodation available to cater to most individuals budgets.

Bristol nightlife was quite student orientated which I enjoyed having friends at University there. However I feel if I was to return their post University it may not of been to be my liking as much.

As part of our induction at the firm we completed a CSR day helping with landscaping at Battersea Park in London. The firm promote CSR with each employee being entitled to taking some days off to complete such projects each year.