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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Accounting
Birmingham
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.6 /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
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Overview of Experience
4/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
The Insight was a 2-day programme, with the first day online and the second in the Birmingham office. On the first day, I learnt a lot about my service areas (S&T) and also the relevant ‘network’ for my background - I joined on the ‘women in business programme’ so learnt about the women’s network. I got the opportunity to hear from recent grads and experienced professionals about their jobs. On the second day, I undertook a mock assessment centre group task, as well as hearing from a Partner at the firm and also a panel discussion.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
The programme was very informative. I had lots of opportunity to hear from people who work at EY, not only experienced professionals, but also recent graduates who could give a great insight into the beginning of your career journey at EY. On the first day there was a deep dive into my particular service line in which I learnt about S&T in detail and about the kinds of roles available and work that is done, and a Q&A where I had the opportunity to find more out from an experienced professional.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I developed my teamwork skills through the group task, as well as my adaptability, decision-making, and analytical skills. Also, I gained more confidence talking in front of a crowd and to professionals through asking questions and contributing to group and 1-1 discussions.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
3/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
3/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
5/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The general atmosphere was really friendly at EY. Everyone I spoke to was so open and welcoming, and the recent graduates echoed this - they all mentioned how EY is a very nice culture to work in.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
4/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
5/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I enjoyed this insight to a strong extent. I particularly enjoyed the in-person day where I got the best feel for the company itself and also got the experience of working with my peers.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was paid and reimbursed expenses
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at EY
5/5
Would you recommend EY to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to EY
Be yourself in your application!
