Deals Summer Intern Review

I felt that so many people at PwC was extremely helpful, caring and invested in my personal development. Not only the formal connections but also anyone you were sitting near/in your team were all incredibly willing to offer guidance and walk me through the tasks I was assigned several times.

I was partnered with a 'buddy' (someone a few years ahead of you) and a 'career coach' (someone at least a couple of grades ahead of you). Both of these contacts were incredibly invested in my development and particularly my buddy was incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to make me feel valued.

There were some extremely busy periods and some quieter periods. Overall I felt supported in how I managed my time if I was up front with how many projects and other commitments I had. This ensured that I always had some work to complete but also that I could arrange time for catch ups with various members of the team.

Given a large amount of responsibility in terms of managing our own time and workload for the most part. However most of the work we completed was a very basic level - as expected on an internship. But it was a great start to build skills and get to understand the world of accounting.

I felt that the training I completed was completely representative of what associates do in their day to day work at PwC. As such the skills in navigating their systems, the understanding of accounting terminology and how company accounts work will be invaluable for a grad scheme at the Big 4.

The internship programme was not particularly heavily structured. This was because it was set up in the style of a 'One Deals' programme which meant that you got to rotate around the different business units. As there was no formal structure this meant you had to build your own network to navigate your way around the firm.

We received a 3 day residential training event at the start of our placement to help us familiarise ourselves with the company, systems and inform us on the self-teaching available to get us up to date with the latest technology. I received constant training on the job by my peers.

It was great. There were a number of organised social events and we often grouped together as interns to go out at least once a week after work. This involved going to pubs/bars near the office and also firm events such as the Corporate Finance rounders tournament that was organised by PwC.

Being based in central London the cost of living is incredibly high. A number of interns did find it difficult to afford rent, travel and lunch costs but this was eased by getting a few days payment at the start of our internship due to our starting week falling at the end of the month.

There were numerous opportunities for outside activities such as organised events (staff parties, celebratory drinks and sporting socials). There was also informal activities organised frequently by teams and friends which people were really lovely to invite the interns along to to help us feel welcome and included in the wider team and network.