Internship Review at PwC

The Role

Role Description

Worked in Audit.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Very good although slight issues at the start with the teaching.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Very much so.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Good but there was an issue at the start as mentioned previously.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Very variable, some days a lot and others not as much.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I felt very valued.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Not much for studies but for future career, excellent prospects.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Very good although not much socialising after hours.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Excellent on all counts.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

A lot of effort and money was put into us interns.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

• Sports and Social Club
• Company Parties/Events

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Famously fantastic.

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Everyone was very sociable and tried hard.

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

★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

Rated 5/10

Edinburgh is quite expensive.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Edinburgh is good fun.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

A fair few but not too many.

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?

I felt extremely valued and a working part of the team at all times.

Review 268/277 for PwC

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