Summer Assurance Intern Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • Loved every part of the 6 weeks. Yes - it was challenging at times however I still really enjoyed it!

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

    • Everyone made us feel so welcome. A few of the top directors didn't really give us much time but that's understandable.

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

    • We had a people manager however I didn't have much interaction with them as mine was away alot of the time. However in my team I had a manager who was really good and was always giving me feedback and helped me with any problems I had.

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

    • The first couple of weeks was fine but by the end, there were alot of days when I had no work however I was proactive and asked to do alot of shadowing which was always welcomed.

    2/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Not a great deal however the work we did have was of great importance and we were trusted with it.

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

    • It have given me vital skills including team-working, communication and networking which was always emphasized as important!

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Quite quiet at times as everyone was working however still a good atmosphere.

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

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

    • We had a 3 day training event at the beginning and also a further development day half way through the 6 weeks.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

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

    • I got an offer of a graduate scheme when I finish University.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Yes - everyone was friendly and went out socially.

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

    • I lived at home so saved money. Going out in London can be expensive but when you get to know the cheaper places its fine.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Its London - so very good!

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

    • There were sports groups however I did not get a chance to attend any however when I start next year.. its certainly something I would think about.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting, Banking

London

November 2012

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