Talent Academy Student Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.5/5
  • The Role
    3.4
  • The Company
    3.9
  • The Culture
    3.0

    The Role

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

    • The talent academy was a great was to spend 3 days of the Easter break. I felt that PwC pulled out all the stops to look after us.

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

    • PwC provided a memorable experience and chose a fantastic venue for us to stay. Everyone there was really friendly and they even gave us PwC hoodies at the end of the scheme!

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

    • The mentors were really enthusiastic and we got to know them so well during the 3 days through dinner and the various social events they organised.

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

    • I was busy but it was a good type of busy! The days were packed with group tasks such as presentations and challenges which heightened the competitive atmosphere within the groups!

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

    • As this was just the talent academy, no real responsibility was given.

    2/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The training is not so relevant for my degree but definitely for my future career. The communication skills that I have developed will most surely come into use in the near future.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The centre that the academy was based in was excellent. All amenities were provided and the atmosphere was relaxed but exciting.

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

    • I will have to award them with 10 stars here because I was so impressed as to how they managed to fit all of the tasks and presentations and feedback into just 3 days.

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

    • The academy was all expenses paid and they invested heavily in our training for the few days.

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

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

    • Most academy students do tend to receive either an offer or a further interview and assessment centre, particularly for more competitive service lines.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • After the day's activities we had the opportunity to unwind and everyone was keen to get to know one another and make the most out of the experience.

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

    • PwC treated us to everything! This significantly reduced our costs!

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

    • The 3 day placement didn't have a night out in the local area unfortunately.

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • The insight academy hosted socials after work which gave us a chance to get to know the mentors and other students better.

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Accounting

South East

December 2012

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