Audit Intern Review

by Grant Thornton

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Rating

3.2/5
  • The Role
    3.3
  • The Company
    3.1
  • The Culture
    3.0

    The Role

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

    • You are given immediate responsibility and feel valued by your work colleagues. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming, making you feel part of the team.

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

    • I was made to feel valued by my colleagues and part of the team.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • You are given help to set clear objectives at the start of your internship and you are given useful feedback at the end. The management are very approachable and supportive.

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

    • I always had interesting work to do, but I was given support, so that I didn't feel overwhelmed.

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

    • I was given immediate responsibility; I completed sections of the file by myself and I was able to talk to clients.

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

    • I was given excellent training on a presentation skills course, attended by all interns, at the national training centre Bradenham Manor. The analytical skills I gained through the work will benefit me in my last year at university.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • Everyone seemed to enjoy their job and there was a good atmosphere in the firm. A lot of banter between the boys especially about football! I hope you're into it!

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • My work placement was very well organised, I had a well planned agenda set out. I believe I managed to spend enough time on the job to gain a fair amount of experiance.

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

    • The company provided alot of training, through the presentation skills course and in house training. Also quite a few online courses to do. These have short multiple choice questions at the end.

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

    • 0/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have been offered and I have accepted a graduate job with GT.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The office has a monthly social event and many people go out for lunch on a friday. This kept the team close.

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

    • Birmingham is a relatively cheap place to live. Try to flatshare to save more money!

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

    • Very good, from what I've heard - but im not a clubbing person!

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

    • You are included in events run by the firm, such as social events and sports competitions.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Accounting

West Midlands

April 2013

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