Leadership Academy Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.0
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • It was really challenging but enjoyable, with a variety of tasks.

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

    • It was a small group so everyone was able to make friends easily.

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

    • There were lots of EY staff there to help out and ask questions to.

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

    • The schedule was packed during the day and there were activities in the evenings.

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

    • You were encouraged to develop your leadership skills throughout the course and take responsibility for tasks.

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

    • I developed my leadeship skills and an understanding of my strengths and motivations.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone was working hard but it was enjoyable and everyone was motivated.

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

    • Very well organised with lots to do in the evenings as well as the activities during the day which were varied.

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

    • As this was a course for University students, they invested a lot in the course and my personal development.

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

    • 5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would like to persue this career path and gained a good insight into the company.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone socialised during the evenings when we had free time.

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

    • Accomodation and food were all paid for by the compnay for the 3 days!

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

    • Everyone was sociable in the evenings and activities were put on for us.

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

    • In the evenings activities were put on for us such as drumming and a quiz.

    4/5
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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

South East

November 2011

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