Associate Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • My time at PwC was excellent overall, unfortunately as I was also doing my ACA throughout my placement, I did not get to spend a huge amount of time doing work, and training took up a lot of time, however other then that it was excellent!

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

    • You do not realise that you are a placement student, you will be treated just like everyone else!

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

    • Whenever stuck or in doubt, everyone at PwC is very supportive and helpful, so there is never a need to worry or be scared, ask for help and you will get it.

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

    • As most people are aware when applying, this is not your typial 9-5, during busy season you can expect 9-10pm even, so not necessarily an amazing work and life balance, but the hard work pays off.

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

    • You are given total responsibility, so every piece of work you do is important and you will be made aware of this.

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

    • Within 11 months, I have grown as a person, being able to deal with clients, and gaining a much better understanding of the industry as a whole.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Excellent and friendly. Everyone is very supportive, and the job is made fun.

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

    • Simply Perfect. Every little detail is taken care off, and any questions answered.

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

    • The firm invests a fortune into your training.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

    Working from home

    Healthcare/Dental
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Got a job at the end of it , so fantastic.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Placement students regularly organise drinks and other events.

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

    • City - so expensive.

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

    • There are a lot of bars etc. nearby, so it is what you make of it really.

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

    • There are lots of societies/clubs to join, be it football or table tennis.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Accounting, Audit

London

September 2013

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