Smart Futures Intern Review

by EY

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10

1. Please give an overview of what your work experience involved:

Programme was 3 weeks long. Gave us workshops to build confidence and professionalism and then hands on work experience which I did with the Government

10/10

2. What training and skills development did you learn from your work experience?

Working with different groups, networking, team leading

10/10

3. To what extent did you enjoy your work experience?

It was challenging and fun at the same time!

8/10

4. How well organised was your work experience?

Very organised - they gave a personalised agenda on why they’d cover each day

10/10

5. How much did you learn about the company culture and what it would be like to work there?

Very professional and people were genuinely caring

10/10

6. How much did your work experience help you in deciding on your future career path?

As they helped me gain experience in the cabinet office - I now know that I want to work in private companies that work with the government to provide professional services

8/10

7. Were you paid or reimbursed for this experience?

Yes - was paid around £500

10/10

8. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees?

Definitely- they encouraged to create linked in in which we all even today stay in contact with

7/10

9a. Would you recommend EY to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

A summer well spent, learning and meeting new people

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to EY?