Large International Corporate Tax Intern Review

by Grant Thornton

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my time at Grant Thornton. It was a fantastic experience for me

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

    • My colleagues made me feel extremely welcome and helped me with any issues I had

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

    • I was given excellent support by my manager and buddy

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

    • Some days I was quite busy but others less so

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

    • I was given a fair amount of responsibility

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

    • The presenting skills I gained were fantastic and will be useful in life

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • There was a good atmosphere and a great team vibe. Everyone was very cheerful and made me feel welcome.

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

    • The internship was well structured and focused, you set objectives at the start against which you can chart the progress of your internship.

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

    • The two day training event I attended was particularly useful in terms of personal development.

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

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    Financial Bonus

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

    • I was offered a job in my final appraisal.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Through training events and the social responsibility event I met many of the interns.

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

    • Milton Keynes is reasonably priced, especially in comparison to London.

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

    • Milton Keynes is not my favourite night out.

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

    • There were a few team lunches which were good to attend, and a team event to a crazy golf course.

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

South East

July 2013

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