Associate Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

2.9/5
  • The Role
    3.3
  • The Company
    2.6
  • The Culture
    2.9

    The Role

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

    • Enjoyed finding out about the company, its culture and the nature of work. Disliked the fact that the work was different to what I expected it to be based on previous experiences and job description.

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

    • I felt that my efforts were appreciated, although didn't feel quite comfortable with the atmosphere being on the relaxed end of professional.

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

    • I was given clear instructions prior to all of the tasks and feedback on majority of them.

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

    • First two weeks - bored. Last two weeks - crazy busy.

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

    • Responsibility levels varied, with some tasks making me feel quite important while some (printing, dropping off documents to another office) - not so much.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Professional environment experience is always of great value and I have gained some confidence which I think will help me with my degree studies and beyond.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Too much if anything!

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

    • The initial induction was very well organised, with all the interns ging away for a few days to get to know each other and the company. Otherwise the training in the office was improvised and the 'development day' was average.

    2/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • As above - initial training and induction excellent.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events
    1/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Overall - yes, because career prospects and growth perspectives are enormous.

    3/5

    The Culture

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

    • Going out organised every week, but organised by interns while other companies do some events for interns.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Central London... Says it all, doesn't it?!

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Busy area with lots of offices and hence lots of bars and pubs.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • A few - evening out with colleagues and drinks to celebrate promotions.

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

November 2012

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