Accounts Assistant Review

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • The work was never boring or repetitive and I was constantly challenged and learning new things.

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

    • The team I worked in developed a strong bond and we all got on really well.

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

    • My manager was very supportive and helpful and always gave praise where it was due. She was approachable and understanding when I had questions or needed help.

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

    • There was always more than enough work to fill my day, which made the time go by quickly.

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

    • There was a great deal of autonomy in decision making given and a broad range of tasks were under my remit.

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

    • I have developed greater organisation skills, time management, a methodical approach, communication skills and most importantly greater self-confidence.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The abundance of other placement students at the company and the friendly attitude of the full time staff gave the small company a great social environment.

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

    • Accommodation was provided for by the company and the job training was well thought out.

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

    • My manager was always keen to push me and encouraged me to take on new tasks to gain as much experience as possible in my year.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Financial Bonus

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

    • The company is always keen to take back students who have excelled during their placement.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The placement students regularly arranged social events and the company held a office Christmas Party and Summer Boat Party on the Thames.

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

    • Accommodation was paid for by the company, as was travel to and from work. Food, drink and other socialising costs were good for a town on the outskirts of London.

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

    • Maidenhead had a few venues, but Windsor and Reading were close by, both offering a plethora of clubs and bars.

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

    • There was a busy social scene. The company also held five-a-side football practice once a week and even took part in a tournament against other companies in the industry.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

July 2012

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