Internship Review at PwC

The Role

Role Description

-research
-conducting interviews
-excel modelling
-preparing presentations

1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

It was by far the best internship I did so far. The projects I worked on were interesting, my team amazing and I learned a lot!

2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I was fully integrated into my team. Also, my opinion was valued at all stages.

3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was allocated a buddy, who helped me to settle and who answered all possible questions. My people manager was responsible for making sure that I was on the right track and that I got out of the internship what I wanted to.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

My team allocated me work all the time.

5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was a full member of the team, taking the proper role of an associate. I did the research, which all analysis was based on.

6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I improved massively both my PowerPoint skills and Excel skills, which will prove invaluable when preparing coursework and my bachelor thesis. Also, the internship honed my analytical, communication and research skills.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Everyone was friendly and supportive which lead to an amazing atmosphere overall.

8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

After a 5-day induction and basic training I was assigned to my first project. Before starting my second project I worked on a business development case.

9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

We received a 5-day training on the basic skills, the company and IT.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Subsidised/Company Gym
• Company Parties/Events

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I received a full-time offer to start as an associate.

Other Information

12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

We went for coffee and for lunch. Additionally, we often went to restaurants and went out.

13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

Living in London is generally quiet expensive. The general price level around the office was quiet high.

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 4/10

No real nightlife opportunities around but some bars.

15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 2/10

Nothing was promoted to us directly but language courses.

In addition to these questions, is there any extra information you would like to leave about your experiences on your work placement that other students may be interested in?

My internship with PwC was one of the best experiences I had so far!

Review 242/277 for PwC

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