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Forvis Mazars

Private Client Tax - Intern Review

at Forvis Mazars

Internship (1 Month+)

Tax

Edinburgh

Review Submitted: July 2025

Overall Rating

5 /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
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Support and Guidance
5/5 - Company Culture
5/5 - 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.
- Tax Preparation: Assisting in the preparation of Tax Returns and ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Documentation: Drafting Engagement Letters for new and existing clients.
- Team Support: Collaborating with colleagues to deliver high-quality work and maintain strong client relationships.
- Meeting Participation: Taking detailed notes during internal client meetings to support follow-up actions.
- HMRC Liaison: Contacting HMRC to resolve queries and gather necessary information.
- Prospect Engagement: Attending prospect calls and capturing key discussion points to support business development.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
- I Felt like a valued team member, trusted to contribute meaningfully to client work
- Handled key tasks independently, such as preparing tax returns and drafting engagement letters
- Given responsibility to contact HMRC, demonstrating trust in my communication skills
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?
- Time Management – Prioritising tasks effectively and meeting deadlines consistently
- Organisation – Keeping track of multiple responsibilities and maintaining clear documentation
- Proactivity – Anticipating needs, taking initiative, and solving problems before they arise
- Communication – Clearly conveying information to colleagues, both written and verbal
- Team Collaboration – Supporting others, sharing knowledge, and contributing to group success
- Professional Confidence – Making calls to HMRC and attending prospect meetings with assurance
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?
- Regular check-ins and feedback, which helped me improve and feel supported throughout
- Open communication culture, making it easy to ask for help or clarify uncertainties
- Received support that went above and beyond, both professionally and personally
- Team was always approachable, offering guidance whenever I had questions or needed help
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?
- Friendly and welcoming atmosphere, making it easy to settle in and feel part of the team
- Open for conversation, with approachable colleagues and supportive managers
- Plenty of social events, creating opportunities to connect with others outside of work
- Supportive of personal and professional growth, with a positive attitude towards learning
- Great balance of professionalism and fun, making the workplace enjoyable and engaging
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?
My internship was an amazing experience from start to finish. I felt genuinely welcomed and included from day one. The supportive and open culture made it easy to ask questions and grow both professionally and personally. I was given real responsibility, which challenged me in a positive way and helped build my confidence. I learned a great deal from technical skills like preparing tax returns to softer skills like communication and time management. The social side of the company was also fantastic, with plenty of events that made it easy to connect with colleagues and enjoy the workplace. Overall, the internship exceeded my expectations and left me feeling inspired and excited about my future career.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5

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
Be yourself!
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