UK&I Assurance - Audit Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • It was very enjoyable, I expanded my network and learnt what it would be like to work in the audit profession when I leave university. I was given my own responsibilities and to an extent had some power over the way I did my work. I was given a presentation that I had to present to high level management and partners which increased my skills.

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

    • Everyone was down to earth and helpful

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

    • I was given a buddy as well as a counsellor

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

    • I was reasonably busy to say it was a quiet period for the business. I sometimes however, found myself asking around for work but this was alright because it increased my network. I was given a few clients to work with as well.

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

    • I felt that I had a reasonable level of responsibility for the position I worked as. I was given support when needed.

    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 study accounting and finance so it was related

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Everybody worked hard and were willing to socialise out of work hours and during the dinner break. Everyone was helpful.

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

    • It was relatively organised. However, I did have some down time which I had to use my initiative to think of things to do.

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

    • They gave me a lot of basic training and have offerred my a graduate position in which they will provide further training and put me through my professional exams.

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

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

    • They are very high - you can take it as far as you are prepared to do so.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • I went on several socials throughout my placement such as CSR days, bowling, drinks etc

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

    • I lived at home so I did not have to pay additional costs. The cost of socialising wasn't that expenses either as EY paid for the socials and several drinks & food.

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

    • Great!

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

    • Yes as stated in previous questions

    5/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

North West

November 2011

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