Summer Intern Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.3/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    3.1
  • The Culture
    2.9

    The Role

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

    • It was a great internship where I developed new skills and made new friends.

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

    • I was treated with respect and I felt that my work was highly appreciated and valued. Everone was really friendly and supportive.

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

    • There was plenty of guidance and support given by my line manager, and helped me to achieve my goals and improve my performance day by day.

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

    • It varied between very busy and slightly busy, as it was in line with their business needs.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Gradually increasing, started with little responsibility but the level was increasing as you are getting to learn the process. The quicker you learn the further you can get.

    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 feel that the skills were valuable and received a great insight into professional services and the Big Four culture.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Some people were really cold and formal, others were nice and friendly. Lots of people you will always make new friends.

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

    • It was running smoothly, and no major problems.

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

    • EY has a strong focus on personal training and development and will support through the trainee process as well, to get my qualifications.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • It is Big Four and well respected firm, so the prospects are great.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • Good social scene, made many friends and get to go out with them after work.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • London is a very expensive city to work in.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • London has it all what you need.

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

    • Lots of opportunities for charities events, social and sport activites.

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

November 2011

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