Summer Vacation Scheme Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • I loved it! It was not what I was expecting. EY was not pushed as a firm; the focus was really on us, our needs and the development of our skills.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • We were treated very well - all stayed in the same hotel, all eating meals together. It did feel like one big family.

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

    • All EY employees were more than happy to answer questions openly and honestly about their experiences with the firm and their experiences in their career generally.

    4/5
  • 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?

    • There was a very detailed timetable which was kept to flawlessly.

    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 developed my leadership, teamwork and communication skills, as well as my confidence.I hope that these skills will stay with me.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The other Academy members were great; there was no element of competition as everyone was told from the beginning that we would all be fast tracked to an interview for a Summer Internship. The fact that we all stayed in the same hotel and that the hotel hosted all the activities contributed enormously to the relaxed, fun atmosphere

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

    • The Academy was entirely focused on our personal development. Every minute counted.

    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.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club
    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.

    4/5
  • 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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Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting, Actuary, Audit

London

June 2014

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