SVS Intern Review
by Deloitte
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
4.3
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The Company
3.9
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The Culture
4.1
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
A varied and challenging body of work in different departments across Deloitte which was a good representation of what first-year grads do. Hard but not impossible!
Obviously difficult as a summer scheme student but my team did a great job of congratulating me on the work I did well and gave me real responsibility without being unrealistic. Social side was also very good too as I was always invited out for drinks on various occasions and everyone was generally really friendly.
Everybody was willing to lend a hand when needed - the rule of 'no such thing as a stupid question' is true here but make sure you don't end up asking the same thing over and over.
In Audit on occasion I found myself with not a lot to do as working on one client means you are waiting for them to prepare documents etc for you which can be frustrating, however the more experienced you become here the more you can plan your time. In tax the workload was very good as I was working on several clients at once.
As a summer student at Deloitte you fill pretty much the role of a first-year student which comes with a lot of responsibility but your team is always there to help.
Some things are very professional-services specific (obviously!) but the general interpersonal and work skills you acquire, as well as simple tips I picked up on how to conduct yourself from more experienced colleagues, will be very useful and a great confidence boost.
The Company
Work-hard, play-hard! The people I got to work with were great fun but you do of course have to get your work done which is to be expected.
Overall it was very well-organised - we even got put up in a posh hotel for 3 nights for our induction.
A great deal as they are looking to hire most of the summer scheme students. Everyone in the office was always willing to help and from what I've heard the personal development is very extensive for grads as Deloitte pays for your qualification.
Company Parties/Events
A variety of service lines to go for offering different professional qualifications (ACA, CTA etc) and they look to advance you very quickly. Encouraging!
The Culture
A good atmosphere was fostered amongst the placement students and plenty of drinks etc were organised along the way.
Already live in Bristol as I study there at uni. The city isn't the cheapest (it is in the South!) but far cheaper than London.
Having been a student there for 3 years already, Bristol night-life is great!
As said plenty of drinks, meals etc. Netball and cricket teams were also running while I was there - I didn't get involved though people do encourage you to if you're interested.
Details
Internship (1 Month+)
Accounting
South West
August 2012
