Technology Consultant Review

by KPMG

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • Thoroughly enjoyed the placement.

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

    • I felt extremely valued by my colleagues and felt I had a definite value add to the team.

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

    • I was given a great deal of support from my 'buddy' who was always available to meet me for coffee or lunch to discuss any problems I was facing. My manager also provided me with support, although he was more busy and harder to get a hold of (understandably!).

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

    • Work came in 'waves'. At the beginning of the placement there were some days were I had very little work to do. Towards the end of the placement work really picked up and I found myself having to stay in the office much longer.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given a great deal of responsibility. Much more than I expected for an intern! One of the analysts was on holiday so I essentially filled in for them. I also met with clients.

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

    • The experience provided me with fantastic exposure and improved my business confidence dramatically. The training I received will certainly be of value in my future professional career and also in my studies- group work etc.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Great atmosphere! Very people focused. High pressure atmosphere in the run up to deadlines but calm afterwards.

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

    • Well organised apart from the fact that I applied for technology consulting and was essentially placed in management consulting. This was due to my 'buddy', who's project I should have been assigned to, being on a secondment in a different department.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Invested allot of time in me. I was given a buddy, manager and a people leader! Lots of development available on the grad scheme with opportunities for Professional qualifications.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very! Lots of training available, they heavily invest in you. Also a big name that opens lots of doors. Great exposure too.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes we organised a few get togethers after work for food and drink.

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

    • London is expensive, Canary wharf particularly so. I had to stay with family and commute over an hour every morning and evening.

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Lots of choice but very expensive. Long commute made going out late impossible.

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes lots. CSR and sport teams.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Business Management, Management Consulting

London

September 2016

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