Insight Academy Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.1/5
  • The Role
    2.9
  • The Company
    3.7
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • More of an extended assessment centre, never the less it gave candidates a chance to see what PwC did in more detail as well as network with senior partners to understand the culture behind the firm

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • 3/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • During the Insight Academy there were several 'assessments' of which we were given adequate guidance

    4/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • A fairly hectic schedule, but with time built in for relaxing / social activities

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • 1/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • 2/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • A lively and friendly atmosphere between all involved

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Highly structured and organised, highly efficient througout

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

    • They helped us understand the criteria for each section as well as giving some valuable advice and practice

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Following the academy, they offered places on their summer internship program for the following summer

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Everyone was willing to participate in social activities

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • PwC paid for all accomodation and food.

    5/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • No nightlife was within a reasonable distance

    1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Due to the short nature of the event there were not any additional opportunities

    2/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Accounting, Actuary, Management Consulting

London

November 2011

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