Audit Intern Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.7/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    4.6

    The Role

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

    • The overall experience was very enjoyable. I was able to participate in a number of different projects, with a number of varied clients.

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

    • My colleagues all treated me as if I were a full time employee. I didn't feel like an 'intern' at all.

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

    • All at EY were happy to offer me help and guidance whenever I needed it. EY has a very flat structure which allows for easy interaction between interns and managers.

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

    • This varied between engagements, however I found that there would always be something I could work on if I asked around.

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

    • Initially the responsibility was minimal, however by the end of the internship I was dealing face-to-face with clients without supervision.

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

    • Internships enhance a whole range of skills, including organisation, professionalism and responsibility.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • I was in audit so rarely in the office, but there was a calm and friendly atmosphere in the office when I was in.

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

    • The internship was flawless. A very nice welcome event was held, with training and social events. I was kept busy throughout my entire experience and there was an ending celebratory event at the end. It was a very smooth 6 weeks.

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

    • The company invested a great deal in development and training. In addition to the initial week training, I was constantly learning from my supervisors and colleagues throughout the 6 weeks.

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

    • National Travel

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

    • The future prospects are very good. The company has plans to expand greatly in the next 5 years or so.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • I was treated to various social events and dinners throughout my internship. There was a good social scene.

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

    • I commuted, however the rate of pay reflects the costs of living in the internship location.

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

    • N/A

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

    • EY has a host of networks outside of work that all employees are welcome to be involved in. There are a lot of activities run by EY and fellow employees to get involved in.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting

East of England

November 2014

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