Tax Intern Review

by BDO

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    3.3
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed the summer internship for BDO. It was amazing to explore a wide range of areas in tax, as well as meeting a lot of great people.

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

    • I felt extremely valued. They were helpful and supportive throughout the internship.

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

    • I got on amazingly well with my line manager. She helped me to set objectives and achieve the, She was extremely supportive throughout the internship.

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

    • The beginning and end were really busy. It was a bit quiet in the middle, but that was due to the season and the quieter period.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • We were given a lot of responsibility early on, which helped develop my skills and also made me feel more valued.

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

    • The training will help be if I want to complete the ACA qualification.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • Extremely friendly and supportive. We got on well as a group of interns and with the other colleagues.

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

    • Really organised. Although quieter times, this couldn't be helped.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • We had a week in Birmingham which helped initial training but doing a wide range of tasks, helped by our colleagues, really helped our training and development.

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

    • National Travel
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Extremely appealing, I really enjoyed the experience.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There were two big socials, and drinks every Friday.

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

    • I lived at home but prices were quite cheap to socialise.

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

    • Manchester night life can appeal to all, there is lots to do.

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

    • A lot of opportunities, everyone is keen to socialise.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

Audit

North West

August 2015

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