Career Open Day Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

2.9/5
  • About You
    2.9
  • The Company
    3.5
  • Everything Else
    2.0

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • The insight was well organised and presented, but the information was basic and definitely felt as though it was intended for people who have little to no experience with application processes.

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • The PwC employees were engaging and helpful and made the candidates feel as though they were welcomed and valued.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • There was a significant amount of general guidance but very few opportunities for specific or individual guidance.

    4/5
  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Many of the skills covered were general and likely only new for people new to job / internship applications.

    2/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Very well structured and presented

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Our atmosphere was intimate and conversational, but I have heard that it can range to a much larger group in a more formal setting

    4/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • 2/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • The employees were very expressive and seemingly truthful about their roles at the company. Clearly there is a variety of roles and possibilities, but we were given a clearer picture of the firm overall.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • All the employees were happy to discuss cultures within their teams and the company overall.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • I was here because I understand what career path I am attempting to pursue.

    2/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • 2/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • 2/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • There was a slight mention of extra activities, but nothing substantial.

    3/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • If they were new to applying to jobs, yes. If not, no.

    2/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Accounting

London

January 2018

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