Internship Review at KPMG

The Role

Role Description

Based in the insurance side of financial services audit, I performed the various tasks that a new graduate trainee would complete.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Throughout KPMG I felt there was a warm, welcoming, friendly. atmosphere

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was given a proper timetable, so I knew exactly where and when I was supposed to be throughout my placement.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Two day training course prior to my four week placement. Also mentored by a partner/manager throughout.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

• Flexi Time
• Company Parties/Events

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

All interns offered a partner interview in the last week of the placement.

Other Information

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

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

★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 4/10

I commuted, however City bars can be expensive.

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

A cracking night out, although a little expensive.

15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

In addition to these questions, is there any extra information you would like to leave about your experiences on your work placement that other students may be interested in?

I highly recommend penultimate all year students apply to KPMG's vacations scheme. ITs a great experience, with real prospects of a job offer in the final year.

Review 141/141 for KPMG

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