Audit - Financial Services Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.4/5
  • The Role
    3.7
  • The Company
    3.4
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • One of aims of the internship was to develop a greater understanding of the role of an auditor, and to see what they do on a day-to-day basis. In that respect, my aims have been achieved. One criticisim I have is that, at times, there was not enough work available.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I felt like I was genuinely contributing to the team and that I was a valued member of the team. I received good feedback at all times, and was given help and support whenever I needed it.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I felt that management treated me like any other of the team.

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

    • At times, I was extremely busy, and at other times I literally had nothing to do. This is the biggest (and only) criticism I have of the internship. It would have been good if there was a consistent level of work available throughout the internship.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was, of course, given a very gentle introduction into auditing. I was not given a great of responsibility early on. However, as the weeks progressed, I've been given more technical work (with greater responsibility attached). I feel that the other team members trust me to do the work well.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • It will be very helpful. I've gained a great deal of personal skills - communication, teamwork, time management. I've also, of course, developed my knowledge of auditing and also of the finance industry. I'm sure these skills will serve me well in future.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Very pleasant. The teams were very friendly, and good relations were kept with the clients.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well organised indeed, from the placements at the various client sites to the weekly socials. The attention to detail was immaculate.

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

    • A large extent. Ernst & Young has provided a great opportunity for me to develop my understanding of the audit process. They will in future of course invest a good deal more in me when I'll be studying for the the professional qualification.

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

    • Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing. The prospect of building my career at Ernst & Young leaves me salivating.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes.

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

    • Quite dear, but that is expected of living in London.

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

    • Very good.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes, the weekly socials were tremendously fun and allowed all the interns to get to know one another.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2011

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