Accountancy & Finance Internship Programme Review

I completed an internship within Aberdeen's Finance division, primarily working in the UK Financial Reporting team. The role involved supporting financial reporting activities, analysing financial data, assisting with reconciliations and contributing to projects that helped improve team processes. Alongside my day-to-day responsibilities, I also worked on an automation project using SharePoint, Power Automate and Office Scripts to make reporting processes more efficient.
My day-to-day work involved working with financial data, supporting reporting activities, investigating variances and collaborating with colleagues across the team. I regularly used Excel and other finance systems while developing my analytical and problem-solving skills. I also met with stakeholders to understand business requirements and design automated solutions to improve existing processes.

Yes. I was trusted with meaningful work that contributed directly to the team's objectives rather than only administrative tasks. I was given ownership of my automation project from design through to delivery and handover, while also contributing to ongoing reporting activities. I was encouraged to take initiative, build relationships across the business and take ownership of my personal development throughout the internship.

Yes. During my internship I developed both technical and professional skills. From a technical perspective, I strengthened my understanding of financial reporting processes, reconciliations, variance analysis and financial systems, while also improving my Excel skills. I also learned how to use SharePoint, Power Automate and Office Scripts to develop automation solutions and improve existing processes.
Alongside this, I developed a range of soft skills including communication, stakeholder management, networking, presentation skills and time management. Through working with colleagues across different teams and seniority levels, I became more confident in building professional relationships and taking ownership of my work.

I received a high level of support throughout my internship. From the beginning, colleagues were approachable and willing to answer questions, provide guidance and help me develop my understanding of both the technical and wider business aspects of the role. I felt comfortable reaching out for support whenever needed while also being given the independence to take ownership of my work and learning.

The company culture was welcoming, collaborative and supportive. From the beginning of my internship, I felt included within both my immediate team and the wider organisation. Colleagues were approachable and willing to share their knowledge, while the internship programme provided numerous opportunities to network with people across different teams and levels of seniority. The atmosphere encouraged learning, personal development and taking initiative, which made the experience both enjoyable and rewarding.

I thoroughly enjoyed my internship at Aberdeen. Professionally, I had the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, develop new skills and build relationships with colleagues across the business. The supportive culture and variety of opportunities available made the internship both enjoyable and rewarding. Outside of work, relocating to Scotland for the internship gave me the chance to explore Edinburgh and many of Scotland's beautiful landscapes and attractions. This made the experience rewarding both professionally and personally, and it exceeded my expectations in terms of the opportunities, responsibility and overall experience I gained throughout the summer.

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