Audit Intern Review

by BDO

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    3.8
  • The Culture
    3.1

    The Role

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

    • I was always busy and was given tasks that actually added value to the company, It has been a brilliant experience where I have learnt so much about auditing and accountancy in only 6 weeks

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

    • My colleagues gave me tasks to complete that allowed me to take responsibility for my work.

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

    • We are given a buddy for the duration of the internship and a counselling manager to speak to regularly with any queries. They are very helpful and help you to fit in as quickly as possible.

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

    • There was always tasks to complete and you are always busy - If you finish a task there is always more to do so you aren't waiting around.

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

    • Much more responsibility that I would have expected. I was given my own sections of the audit file to complete and so took responsibility for these areas.

    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 work I completed at BDO taught me about what it takes to work in a professional environment and is very relevant to an accountancy degree.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Very friendly. The office isn't very big so it doesn't take long to get to know people

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

    • I was booked on to audits and had office work ready when I arrived at the office. The team seemed well equip to handle a new intern and the training week was very well organised too

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

    • The took us for a training week at the start and a few days away at the end. They really take the time to make sure everyone feels they are getting the most out of this opportunity

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

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

    • Hopefully very likely. There is a clear route of progression through the compnay

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes, the interns all seemed to get along well

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Quite expensive, but a very nice area

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

    • Above average

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

    • 3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting

Scotland

August 2015

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