Corporate Tax Intern Review

by Grant Thornton

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • Very much so, the trip to bradenham along with client meetings meant I wasnt just based in the office. The people around me were consious in giving me a well rounded workload so I could get a great understanding of the things they did.

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

    • Everyone here had alot of time for me and would go out there way to introduce me to new work and bring me along to meetings where possible.

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

    • Support was always available when I required it, also no one was watching over my shouler or 'micro managing' me.

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

    • Most of the work generated was by by asking people if and when they need work doing, therfore if i didnt have any I simply had to ask.

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

    • I was given a good level of repsonsibility where I could use my initiative, but also someone was there to check or for guidance if needed.

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

    • The ability to juggle several tasks and prioritse is something I have devleoped.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Very friendly but hard working environment.

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

    • Very well, everything was organised so I could concentrate on the work and getting a good feel of Grant Thornton

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

    • The firm invested alot of money and time into developing me, from the 2 days in Bradenham to the day to day training in the office.

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

    • Financial Bonus
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very appealing.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes we were bought together twice with people from other offices, as well as internal engagement days, lunches etc.

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

    • I stayed in my university house so that was of no additional cost, socialising is averagely priced maybe a slight premium on drinks.

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

    • Very good although it was only 6 weeks so I cant comment properly.

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

    • Yes this varies with how busy you were on the day.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

West Midlands

August 2015

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