Summer Intern Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • A challenging experience which developed my skills and confidence by exposing me to a variety of clients and environments.

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

    • Colleagues always took the time to explain things and ensure I was okay.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Management team were very good at taking the time to talk things through and provide advice.

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

    • The majority of the time I was sufficiently busy however there were a few days where there was less work to do.

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

    • Being left to work on a client and only being an intern is a huge responsibility, but incredibly rewarding.

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

    • The most important thing I have taken away from my experience is discipline.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Very social and friendly environment to work in.

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

    • No complaints at all.

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

    • Time, money and effort was spent on me and all other interns to ensure we were able and confident in our role.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Start working September 2009

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • An extremely social company

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

    • More expensive than home however the salary compensated!

    2/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Really exciting city to be in!

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

    • Sports teams and social events!

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Scotland

November 2008

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