Summer Internship Programme Review

by EY

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    2.8

    The Role

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

    • I was given a lot of responsibility throughout the internship.

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

    • I got on really well with all my colleagues.

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

    • I was reporting directly to my manager - interns usually report to associates or executives.

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

    • You are encouraged to take on more work if you feel you have the capacity.

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

    • I was taking on the role of an executive by the end of the internship.

    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 am more comfortable using Excel now.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Really relaxed!

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • I saw everything from start to finish.

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

    • We had weekly lunch and learn sessions.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I was offered a job with them.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Good social scene outside of work.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Company socials were free of charge but outside of work was quite expensive.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Good but nightlife in London is very expensive.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • I was invited to a few activities with colleagues outside of work.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting, Audit

London

September 2013

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