Internship in Corporate Tax Service Line Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

2.6/5
  • The Role
    2.5
  • The Company
    2.8
  • The Culture
    2.6

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed it and felt like i developed myself greatly

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I felt very valued and well taking care of

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

    • I was given enough support and set my goals with my manager

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • I was occupied enough

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

    • I was given enough responsibility and interacted frequently with clients.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I developed my presentation skills which would come in handy.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • Very fun and friendly

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • It was very organised and there was effective communication

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Ernst and Young invested significantly in me.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

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

    • I am still trying to find my right fit in the firm.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • It was okay but could be better

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

    • There were nice affordable places to socialise in Birmingham.

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

    • Nightlife was average. Didn't go out much.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes they were. There were a number of social events organised

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

July 2012

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