Digital Degree Apprentice Review

In my first year i spent 6 months in audit, working on different clients and performing procedures. From March 2021 i worked in the data analytics department, loading tools for audit teams. In my 2nd year I worked in a new team, looking at the way clients process their journals.

I have learnt lots of different audit procedures. Learnt lots of accounting terminology and looked at how to explore the way businesses work

I enjoy being specialised in a topic that few people know, as this helps me communicate with other people in the office and provide support when they need it. I really like all of the other apprentices that i work with and hope to spend more time with them

There has been a lack of communication in my program. People in first year were often unassigned and struggled to find work or know how to do the work that we were given. The second year has been more structured with a specific line manager and timetable

I am given my off the job time to complete my assessments and college time. There are lots of extra learning that we can do however they have to be done in our own time. We all have counsellors who are there for support

I have a skills coach and they are there for support, they help me if i have any queries. The college teach me and then i must complete the assessment. There is not as much support once the lessons are over as far as completing the assessment

My degree does not directly relate to my role. The topics that we study are hard to relate to my company and my daily role. I think that the degree will help me in the future but doesnt currently

I am part of the people team and plan parties and charity events in my office. I also attend the womens network meetings, where a professional author or activist will talk about issues

Yes

EY is a good company to work for and provide lots of benefits for their people. There are lots of travel and meet up opportunities that you can expense and there are lots of people that can support you and help you grow

For the interview, know why you want the job and what you like specifically about EY. When applying for a job, heavily research the different job opportunities and service lines, to make sure you apply for one that you would enjoy working in.