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Placement Review

at Bupa

Placement (10 Months+)

Accounting

Manchester

Review Submitted: August 2026

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.

My role involved supporting the team with a variety of operational and project-based tasks while gaining practical experience in a professional environment. Day-to-day activities included analysing data, working with stakeholders, attending meetings, and contributing to ongoing projects, giving me exposure to both technical work and business processes.

Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?

Yes, I was trusted with meaningful responsibilities and was encouraged to take ownership of my work. As my confidence and knowledge developed, I was given greater responsibility and the opportunity to contribute to important projects and team objectives.

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?

Yes, I developed a range of professional skills throughout my placement. I improved my communication and teamwork skills by working with colleagues across different areas of the business, while also strengthening my organisation and time management through managing multiple tasks and deadlines. In addition, I enhanced my analytical and problem-solving abilities by working with data and supporting business processes.

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 good level of support throughout my placement, with regular guidance from colleagues and managers when needed. At the same time, I was given enough independence to take ownership of my work and develop my confidence.

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 culture was friendly, collaborative and supportive. Colleagues were approachable and willing to help, creating a positive environment where people felt comfortable asking questions and learning from others.

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 thoroughly enjoyed my placement and found it to be both rewarding and challenging. It provided valuable insight into a professional working environment, allowed me to develop a wide range of skills, and gave me the opportunity to work on meaningful projects. The experience helped me build confidence, broaden my understanding of the industry, and better prepare for 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

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Bupa to a friend?

Yes

What advice would you give to others applying to Bupa

Take the time to research Bupa’s values and think about how your own experiences demonstrate them. During the application process, be prepared to talk about examples of teamwork, problem-solving and adapting to new situations. Once you join, be proactive, ask questions and take advantage of opportunities to get involved in different projects and meet new people across the business.

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at Bupa

5/5

Did you receive an offer to return as a graduate?

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