Rating

8.6/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of what your work experience involved:
  • The Foundation provided a very informative work experience. I particularly enjoyed the Dragon's Den task as well as the work experience week which was my favourite.

    8/10

  • 2. What training and skills development did you learn from your work experience?
  • Understanding how to work in a team environment and also being able to communicate effectively through presentations.

    7/10

  • 3. To what extent did you enjoy your work experience?
  • I enjoyed it quite a lot the teams that I worked in were very friendly and I found them interesting. Actually working with them was definitely a positive too.

    9/10

  • 4. How well organised was your work experience?
  • Very, I was scheduled to rotate through three different teams which I found good and informative.

    10/10

  • 5. How much did you learn about the company culture and what it would be like to work there?
  • I was able to talk to the staff and also the people at the company over lunch. Hence I was able to grasp part of the company's value well.

    8/10

  • 6. How much did your work experience help you in deciding on your future career path?
  • A bit, I still had a pretty good idea of what I wanted to do after finishing with the work experience. But it actually reinforced this path that I had instead.

    10/10

  • 7. Were you paid or reimbursed for this experience?
  • Yes I was, travel and I received some income.

    10/10

  • 8. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees?
  • Yes I had lunch with my team members but not really much with people outside that.

    7/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend EY to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • They provide a good experience in a variety of divisions and teams. Whilst also teaching you some very practical things that you can take with you no matter where you want to work in the future.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to EY?
  • Try to be yourself and also display all the qualities that you have, so that you do well with the phone interview. Also try your best to network with those in your age group and also professionals.


Details

Work Experience

Finance

London

May 2020


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