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Corporate Audit Review

at Honda Motor Europe

Placement (10 Months+)

Audit

Bracknell

Review Submitted: June 2023

Overall Rating

4 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4/5 - Support and Guidance
3.8/5 - Company Culture
4.5/5 - Overall Experience
3/5 - Future Career Prospects

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
The role involves interpreting balance sheets, accurately updating Excel spreadsheets, creating schedules and timetables for auditors to carry out and follow, creating PowerPoint presentations and presenting in front of key figures within the business. Personal and communication skills are essential as my team interact with individuals across the business in a variety of divisions.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
Yes I was given a lot of responsibility and had a large amount of autonomy to complete tasks. Had leading roles in presentations to senior figures in the business.
Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
New skills learnt:
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Email skills
- Communication
- Organisation and planning skills
Existing Skills Developed:
- Confidence
- Business orientated thinking skills
- Computer skills
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
4/5
How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
4/5
How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
4/5
Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
4/5

Support and Guidance

How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
I received support and guidance throughout the process as I worked closely with my line manager and the team - it was a small team therefore we all interacted on a regular basis so i was informed of all the business activities at all times
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
4/5
How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
4/5

Company Culture

What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
Positive and inclusive company culture - I was always included in team meetings even if it did not really concern my own work. Friendly people and easy to build rapports with other undergrads.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
4/5
How would you rate the social opportunities?
3/5
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
4/5
How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
4/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
I enjoyed my internship very much as i was given adequate freedom throughout my time and i was tasked with carrying out meaningful work to ensure I was part of the team.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
4/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at Honda Motor Europe
3/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Honda Motor Europe to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to Honda Motor Europe
Display a genuine interest in the company and its values. Consider how you could personally add value to the company with your attitude and skillsets. Emphasise your willingness to be a part of a team.
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