Audit Vacation Scheme Review
by KPMG
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
3.6
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The Company
3.4
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The Culture
3.8
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
Internship was undertaken during the summer holidays- during the quietest period at KPMG. Therefore there was very little work for me to do and for most of the time I was left quite bored. I made very good friends and when I was out on a client it was enjoyable.
Definitely felt like part of the team- taken for lots of team lunches and was included in everything!
Very little support from managers and supervisors as they were hardly in the office. But fully supported by other individuals in the team who were always happy to answer questions.
Totally depended on a day. Was very busy some days, not so busy on others.
Given a fair bit of responsibility. For eg making a presentation and video. Was left on my own once a task was given to me.
Although it was extremely busy I do feel like I have gained skills for life. Really helping me in third year as it has eased the pressure of finding a grad job! Gained a good insight into life at KPMG and Audit, learnt to be more independent and made friends for life.
The Company
It was ok but could have been more optimistic..People always bring sweets and treats into the office which was good but at times people were very pessimistic which brought the atmosphere down. I worked in two teams who were very different - one was very outgoing the other very dull so I think it just depends.
First two days were very well organised- after that not so good. On the first day I had no supervisor or mentor like advised. And there was really no work or clients organised for me.
They invested very highly- got to shadow the partner, first two days of training were very good, online courses were also a good resource.
Subsidised Canteen
Sports and Social Club
I have a guaranteed job so that's a definite perk! Although partner interview was very badly organised so make sure you prepare for it at any time!
The Culture
It was good- We used to go for team lunches every Friday! During the first two days we had a training course- this was probably the best two days where we went bowling and for dinner. Also KPMG didn't organise any events after that for the interns but we organised them independently!
Birmingham not so expensive. Travel there and back was around 12£a day so that was the only down side but the wage compensated. Travel to clients was paid as was lunches which was very good
it was very good. Plenty of pubs, clubs and restaurants to choose from in Birmingham.
My team had already done there CSR before I started my internships but I know other interns who went to CSR days as well as to the Harry Potter studio etc
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
East Midlands
May 2014
