Audit Trainee Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • I enjoyed being challenged and inspired to be part of an organisation that makes a contribution to the society.

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

    • I felt appreciated and considered part of the team despite my limited knowledge and inexperience.

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

    • I received some great support by some of my managers who proved to me audit is truly a team effort.

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

    • This tends to vary at different times of the year, but overall it is a busy job.

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

    • I was given a great degree of freedom and responsibility for my level and this tend to increase even more as time progresses.

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

    • I feel more comfortable in working under pressure and communicating complex subjects in more understandable terms.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Generally relaxed and friendly.

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

    • I was happy with the little administrative tasks I would have to deal with over the year.

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

    • The company invests in your professional training and education provided by some of the best tutors in the country.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

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

    • I decided to accept EY's offer and I look forward to working for them again!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • I made some great friends for life and we still keep in touch despite being in different universities.

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

    • I lived in central London so it was quite expensive to live there, but never had to worry for not having enough money to cover my rent and bills so I enjoyed it.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • I worked in Central London so the Nightlife is fantastic!

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

    • Definitely: through different networks, sports clubs, department socials or Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives!

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Accounting

London

November 2013

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