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Forvis Mazars

Summer Intern Forensics and Valuations Review

at Forvis Mazars

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting

London

Review Submitted: July 2025

Overall Rating

4.7 /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!

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

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
I supported investigations into financial discrepancies and assisted with business valuations. My day-to-day involved collecting financial data, preparing valuation models (DCF. Waccs), talking to partners to learn as muc has possible, conducting research for comparable companies, and helping with forensic reviews for litigation and fraud cases. was guided by mentors and helped those who needed my help
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
Yes, I was given a balanced level of responsibility. While I received structured training and guidance, I also contributed to live projects, allowing me to apply what I learned in real-world scenarios and gradually take on more independent tasks.
Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
3/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
I developed my analytical and research skills by working on real forensic and valuation cases. I also improved my Excel and financial modeling abilities (constructed a dcf and wacc, learned to do a ppa), enhanced my attention to detail, and gained experience in professional communication and teamwork
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
5/5

Support and Guidance

How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
I received a lot of support throughout my internship. The team was always approachable and always willing to help, offering clear guidance during training and on live projects. This made it easy to learn and build confidence in my work.
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
5/5
How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
5/5

Company Culture

What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The company had a very inclusive and welcoming culture. From day one, I felt like part of the team. Everyone was friendly, supportive, and open to questions, which created a positive and collaborative work environment. There was a strong emphasis on learning and development, and team members were always willing to share their knowledge and offer guidance. The atmosphere made it easy to grow professionally and feel confident in contributing to projects.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the social opportunities?
5/5
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
5/5
How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
5/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
I really enjoyed my internship. The work was engaging and varied, and I appreciated the balance between learning and contributing to real projects. The supportive team and inclusive culture made the experience even more rewarding, and I felt genuinely valued throughout my time there.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
4/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
4/5

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at Forvis Mazars
5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Forvis Mazars to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to Forvis Mazars
Take every opportunity to network and learn. Connect with team members, ask questions, and show genuine interest in the work. The more you engage, the more you'll gain from the experience, both in skills and professional relationships.
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