Audit FS Intern Review
by KPMG
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
3.9
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The Company
3.0
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The Culture
3.4
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
It was an enjoyable experience. However, some of the work was tedious. As the lowest grade present at client site, I was given all the admin jobs. e.g. photocopying, sorting out mobile internet, etc.
Some colleagues valued me more than others. However, I was given real responsibility and not all my work was reviewed. This made me feel like my input actually made a difference.
Supervisors were always available to ask questions and offer advice and support. However, due to the fact that they were always busy with their own work, it did feel quite awkward asking for help.
I worked on a quarterly audit so was very busy for the duration of my internship.
I was given basic tasks at the beginning of the placement. Once I had gained the trust of my colleagues I was given more responsibilty within the audit.
I didn't receive any formal training beforehand. Should I choose to go into auditing the experience I gained will be invaluable.
The Company
During less busy periods and fridays, there was lots of banter in the office. However at times everyone was very busy with their own work.
There was no audit training. I didn't have much contact with my buddy and didn't have any contact with my development manager. Furtheremore, my audit team didn't even know I was an intern!
There was a residential programme before the internship started. However, this was rather pointless as no specific training was given. It was merely a chance to meet other interns.
Subsidised Canteen
I have a partner interview coming up
The Culture
There were socials arranged by the other interns.
Lived at home
n/a
There was a CSR day for interns. However, since I was needed at my client I wasn't able to attend
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
Accounting, Audit
London
July 2012
