Analyst Review

by Accenture

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • I have enjoyed my placement at Accenture greatly. There are loads of interns so you are in the same boat as others of the same age which means a great social side in the work place.

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

    • Everyone is extremely friendly and welcoming.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • My managers were excellent, very approachable. Although they were busy, I felt if i needed to talk to them, they would be there for me.

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

    • As a lot of work at Accenture is project work, the extent of how busy I was could vary a lot. Some days were extremely busy and others quite quiet. There are always opportunties to get involved there so boredom isn't a problm.

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

    • All interns at Accenture are given a large amount of responsibilty as you are treated like a regular graduate.

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

    • I have learnt a tremendous number of skills which will be so useful throughout my career. The whole experiences has been a real eye opener.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Generally, everyone was very up beat and animated. Accenture provide a number of initiatives such as free fruit and managers are often very generous in terms of team lunches and socials to ensure that everyone is motivated.

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

    • We had schemes people who were always contactable about any issues. They also organised events throughout the year to ensure that the interns kept in touch,

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

    • The main area of training was on excel but skills along the way were also learnt. These vary widely depending on the project you are put on.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Financial Bonus

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • The benefits and perks at Accenture are amazong and the most attractive prospect is their promotional scheme which allows individuals to work there was up the company if they choose. Accenture employees do work very long hours though which can be a turn off in the long term.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • There are many events organised throughout the year and so many interns are taken on, you are bound to become friends with someone.

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

    • Living in London is obviously extremley expensive but the pay at Accenture is generous enough to make up for this.

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

    • Central london night life is amazing

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

    • There is a life @ team on each project who ensure that socials, team dinner, theatre trips, days out etc are organised as well as account meet and greets so that everyone knows eachother and communication and networking are consistently achieved.

    5/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

London

July 2012

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