SIP in direct tax Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.4/5
  • The Role
    4.2
  • The Company
    3.3
  • The Culture
    2.3

    The Role

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

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

    • The company was very friendly and welcoming!

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

    • my counsellor was brilliant and at every step there was someone to offer guidance.

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

    • sometimes there was lots of work and other times you have to ask. But projects keep you going in the dry spots.

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

    • We were actively encouraged to ask questions and take responsibility for our 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?

    • assisted my intra-personal skills and helped me with time management!!

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • very friendly

    4/5
  • 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?

    • we had several counsellors, both internal and external.

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

    • Company Parties/Events
    2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • fingers crossed!

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • people were around and in the office at different times and so it was hard to arrange nights out. Good induction though!

    2/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • I had to live in a B&B which was very expensive! Overall cambridge is pretty standard!

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

    • didn't actually go out!

    1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Good CSR day - corporate social responsibility.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

East Midlands

July 2012

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