PwC Talent Academy Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.2/5
  • About You
    3.8
  • The Company
    4.3
  • Everything Else
    4.4

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • Very sociable atmosphere with all the delegates. Relaxed at times but on the whole there was a very professional feel.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • By the end of the Talent Academy my relationship with the HR staff was very good and friendly.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • Staff always on hand and willing to answer questions.

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

    • Not particularly relevant to my degree. However, valuable development of public speaking and presentation skills.

    3/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Exceptionally well organised.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Atmosphere became increasing relaxed as delegates got to know each other and bond through social activities in the evenings.

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

    • Lots of advice and feedback given during group exercises.

    4/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • Being able to meet and talk to current staff give great insight, as well as following a busy working schedule during the Talent Academy.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • Company culture was at the forefront of the Talent Academy and we were constantly reminded of it.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • I already had a good idea of what I wanted to do but still helpful.

    4/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • I was paid up to £150 for travel. Hotel, food and drink were all paid for for the duration of the Talent Academy.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • Regular networking opportunities with staff of different levels of experience.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Lots of time set aside in the evenings specifically for networking with staff and bonding with other delegates.

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • This was eluded to by staff members during networking events.

    4/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Yes. I found the experience extremely valuable. There is the opportunity to secure a graduate job with the firm but regardless of this, the opportunity to develop business skills is worth taking advantage of.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Northern Ireland

July 2013

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