Leadership Academy Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • The Leadership Academy was a fantastic experience which gave me the opportunity to learn a lot about myself in a fun, sociable environment.

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

    • Strong bonds were developed early - all contributions within team exercises and group discussions were valued.

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

    • There was constant support and guidance available from the EY employees who attended the academy.

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

    • We were kept very busy with both work related and social/team building activities.

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

    • I was always provided with the opportunity to take responsibility and lead.

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

    • Enhanced self-awareness and confidence as a result of the Leadership Academy will assist me greatly in my degree studies and as I look to develop my career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Relaxed but productive.

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

    • Very well - all activities and sessions were executed flawlessly.

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

    • The three days were focused on personal training and development.

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

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

    • Following the Leadership Academy I have secured a summer internship with EY and hope that I will be able to gain a graduate position with them subsequent to completing this.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The social scene was excellent.

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

    • All expenses on the Leadership Academy, including food and drink were paid for by EY.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • All socialising took place on site at the venue.

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

    • There were many non-work based activities organised.

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

South East

November 2011

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