Audit Associate Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • Loved it, met a lot of great people and had some great teams to work in.

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

    • Everyone was really friendly, always asked how I was doing.

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

    • My supervisor was available for chats however most meetings had to be prebooked.

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

    • Everyday I had a series of tasks to complete. Some days were less busy but I could ask if I wanted more work.

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

    • A lot more than I thought I would get, I felt like I was given nearly as much as those on the grad scheme.

    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 learnt a variety of skills that I will be applying in my final year.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • There were always opportunities to meet up with other interns, we also had a couple of socials within the team.

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

    • I knew exactly what was supposed to happen and when. We were informed prior and everything went as planned from my perspective.

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

    • I think most of the training opportunities were aimed at grads however we were able to participate in lunch and learns.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Great, I got an offer which I accepted!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yeah everyone was really nice, I believe I have made a couple of friends for life! You just have to make time to socialize during lunch and after work.

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

    • I live in London so to me it was was great as I got to live with my parents! However I can see how it would be expensive for others.

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

    • I didn't really go out during the internship at night however I do know that it is good.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Many opportunities, you just have to make the time.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting

London

November 2014

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