Grade E Review

by KPMG

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    2.9

    The Role

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

    • I really enjoyed my internship. There was variety and everyone was very supportive and friendly.

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

    • I felt very valued by my colleagues who took the time to give me feedback on all my work.

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

    • I was always given support by supervisors who gave my clear instructions on every task.

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

    • Due to the summer months I think it was quieter than normal, but colleagues made an effort to find me work.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was allowed to create slides and attend staff meetings. However, I was not put in front of a client.

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

    • I thought the training about confidence building and networking were vital skills to learn.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Professional yet friendly.

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

    • Some managers I worked with didn't seem as prepared as others that they would have an intern under their wing.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • The firm invested both time and money into training us with key soft skills in networking and presenting ourselves.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing. The benefits of the company are great.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was a good social scene amongst interns but the technology department seemed the most sociable.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • It was expensive but KPMG paid for some social outings which was very generous.

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Lots of bars and restaurants.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes there were societies and a gym.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2015

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