KPMG Investment Advisory Review

by KPMG

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.4/5
  • About You
    4.1
  • The Company
    4.3
  • Everything Else
    4.9

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • The insight was a fantastic opportunity to network and gain a deeper understanding of the different business areas. I enjoyed communicating with professionals in their field whilst making a ton of friends!

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Throughout the process, I felt valued and all questions I had, were answered ASAP.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • There was some deal of support provided during the insight programme and a lot of guidance via networking occasions.

    3/5
  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • There were a breadth of skills that were developed through the programme- including communications and rapport building skills. These skills are imminent to be very useful in the future.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The entire programme was highly structured and organised with a clear timetable of events.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • All candidates and KPMG team members were exceptionally welcoming and friendly. This made the atmosphere sociable and pleasant.

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

    • Whilst in a group activity, each group was supported by a stream specific employee of KPMG.

    3/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • Whilst in a group activity, each group was supported by a stream specific employee of KPMG.

    4/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • Receiving presentations from seniors and conversing with them, was very useful in understanding the company’s culture.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • I wish to become an Actuary and there was a chance to communicate with an Actuary.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • Fantastic, straight-forward reimbursement policy.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • There were several opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • The networking events were informal and this enabled a more interactive, open conversation.

    5/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Communicating with the employees, assisted in understanding the hobbies and involvement outside of work.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • I would definitely recommend the insight to a friend and is very valuable to mention on a CV.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Audit, Banking

London

August 2015

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