Business Apprentice Review

by EY

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.9/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Performing a range of tasks from planning work (e.g. walkthroughs) to substantive testing of areas such as cash & bank.

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Greatly improved my IT skills, especially in using Microsoft Excel.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

So far I am enjoying taking part in the programme.

6/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

On a high level the programme is well organised. However on a regional basis the apprentices do seem to get forgotten about / mixed up with graduates who have a different experience.

6/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Support from my employer over exams is where apprentices at the same stage of me struggle most.

4/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

Kaplan is a very good tuition provider and helped me pass my first exam.

9/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

Having only studied for one exam so far, I have still noticed how some of this has gave me a better understanding of my role.

7/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic this has not been possible in person, however online social events have been taking place.

7/10

9a. Would you recommend EY to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Yes I would, however with the caveat that it is a lot more work than is made out to be at recruitment events.

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

Take exams and work seriously, don't fall behind on revision.