Audit Intern Review

by The Walt Disney Company

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • It has been absolutely valuable year for me, not just as real work experience, but also meeting many interesting and talented people at Disney.

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

    • The work environment of the team which I work in was extremely friendly and open. It is multi cultural and with young professions. So I really enjoyed working with them.

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

    • My manager and colleagues had provided me a fully comprehensive training as well as professional development and support. They encouraged me to get involved in several important tasks and meetings, helping me to gain more understanding of the department functions.

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

    • I had various job routines which needed to be met in different deadlines.

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

    • I have been given a high level of responsibility as the main procedures in my department are dependent on my work output. This has motivated me as well to provide better and better quality of work.

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

    • The Excel skills I have developed during the internship at Disney are those I have not been learning at university and they are so useful for my further study. Also I have improved my analytical skills dramatically as well as abilty for problem-solving.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • As at Disney, everyone's work desk is just all about TOYS!! The atmosphere is informal and relaxing workplace.

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

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

    • As a starting point I have been given a two-week training with previous intern. Then along with my internship as getting used to the job, my manager has provided me an opportunity to participate in a complete audit abroad!!

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • 4/5

    The Culture

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

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

    • London is never the cheap place for living and socialising.

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

    • Despite of being costy, London is a great place for night out!!

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

    • 4/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

London

November 2011

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