Corporate & Indirect Tax Intern Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • I thoroughly enjoyed my summer 6 week internship at PwC.

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

    • I was able to work on a number of important clients and actually contribute to the success of the team. I felt that I could genuinely help my colleagues.

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

    • The support provided was fantastic due to the People Manager and Buddy system. They helped you settle into the office and also provided you with help on difficult aspects of the work. We received intensive technical training at the Latimer weekend.

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

    • I was kept fairly busy but there were sometimes quiet periods. Then it was up to me to actively seek out work which it is important to do.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was trusted with important work for a number of large clients but had adequate support such that I didn't feel out of my depth.

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

    • I will be able to use the skills learnt in some future finance modules next year.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • There was a relaxed and fun atmosphere thoroughout the whole office making it an enjoyable place to work.

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

    • The internship was very well structured meaning I always knew what was happening in the coming weeks and had time to prepare.

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

    • The firm invest a huge amount in you. They do everything they can for you to succeed and provide you with a great support network.

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

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

    • From my performance on the summer internship I have been offered a graduate job.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • All the other interns were very social and we went for a number of drinks and always had lunch together.

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

    • Manchester isn't too expensive.

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

    • The nightlife is Manchester is varied and a good night out.

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

    • Not too many in my department but I believe there are plenty if you search a bit.

    3/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting, Audit

North West

September 2013

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