Summer Intern- TAS Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    3.5
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • Enjoyed it a lot, a really good firm to work for

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • Was a very friendly team, easy to get on with

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

    • Was given guidance and great system in place for interns

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

    • Not that busy but it wasn't a very busy period for my department. They tried their best to get me involved in as much as possible.

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

    • A relative amount. The opportunities were not really there for that but they still kept me involved in things.

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

    • I got some valuable learning from it.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Very friendly and lively atmosphere- might not be the same in other departments though!

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

    • Well organised- lots of people to turn to if a problem, good introduction event.

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

    • Invested a lot, it is clear they have put a lot of money and thought into the internship scheme.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

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

    • Very appealing as I have enjoyed the internship a lot.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes- not that many interns chose to get involved but was fun with those that did!

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

    • Relatively cheap compared to London, and lived at home so saved costs there.

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

    • Not bad- Birmingham is not the best though!

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

    • Lots! Junior networking, sports, socials, CSR day.

    5/5
    Report this review

Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

July 2012

View More Reviews
View More Jobs