Core Assurance Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.2/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.0
  • The Culture
    4.0

    The Role

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

    • I had a very enjoyable 6 weeks, PwC pull out all the stops to align you to the company!

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

    • The Hull office environment was fantastic, a real pleasure to work in such a tight knit community. Getting involved in sports and activities outside of working hours really helped get to know everyone on a personal level and connect further.

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

    • People manager and buddy combination were both great. Always approachable and ready to answer any questions.

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

    • Highly dependent on the client, 1 week was rather slow but the other 5 were a good balance. Also, the opportunity to do 2 weeks of away work was a great experience.

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

    • I was given me really interesting and stretching work that added real value to the clients.

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

    • The training I received will not help much, as I have already studied accountancy and been to employablity sessions. However, they would be useful for those with no prior experience.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • Always something to do, loads of nights out and sporting activities.

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

    • The internship was well organised throughout, but I think more could be done to prepare you for your line of service before you join e.g. audit/tax specific handbook.

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

    • As expected, little training could be given for a 6 week internship, but the continuing emphasis on gaining feedback based on your own objectives helped me to develop.

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

    • Sports and Social Club

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Very good for accountancy based jobs, not so much for others!

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • The initial 3 day training event was a great way to meet and network with hundreds of new interns. There was a really good atmosphere as a whole and also within the assurance north team.

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

    • Hull is pretty cheap to live in, but it's definitely worth spending more and living in a nice area!

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Not many big nightclubs in Hull, but i'd imagine there's a completely different atmosphere during term time.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Loads of sporting events to get involved with.

    5/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Yorkshire and Humberside

August 2013

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