Summer Internship Programme- Direct Taxation Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • Thoroughly enjoyable. An unforgettable experience!

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

    • Very easy to settle in. Warm and welcoming environment.

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

    • Buddy and councillor always approachable and willing to provide help and support.

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

    • Despite it being a quieter period over the summer, there is always plenty to get involved with provided you are proactive.

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

    • They try to include you as much as possibe in order to allow you to gain better insight into life at the firm. However, as an intern it is sometimes difficult to give you too much responsibility.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Huge array of skills learnt during my internship including soft skills as well as more technical skills; all of which are relevant for career development and can be implemented in the future.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Atmosphere was generally very positive and friendly.

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

    • A lot of thought and planning goes into the internship, from the induction at the beginning to help all the interns to settle in to the black tie event at the end.

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

    • Each intern has there own buddy to help make their experience as easy going and relaxed as possible as well as a councillor who constantly monitors your progress throughout. A set of goals is made at the start and you receive feedback throughout the process with development points provided to help you get the most out of your placement.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I was offered a job the week after finishing and accepted straight away.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Plenty of events from the induction at the start to the black tie event at the end including others throughout the duration of the internship.

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

    • Relatively cheap and pay from the internship more than covers any costs with plenty left over at the end.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Located in the city centre, not far from main nightlife attractions.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There were opportunities available such as corporate responsibility and charity fundraising amongst others. However, due to the shortness of the placement, available opportunities may vary.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

November 2011

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