Technology Consultant Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.3

    The Role

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

    • Excellent internship and thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish

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

    • I was part of a welcoming team and felt valued as a member of that team.

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

    • I had all the support I needed and could ask for more from anybody within the business if I needed it.

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

    • I was kept busy throughout and it was challenging in terms of workload, but this was part of the experience and enjoyment.

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

    • I was given a real project to do and was accountable for its completion during my time.

    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 skills I developed will help both at university and for me personally when I go to work after qualifying.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • My office was vibrant and relaxed, with a great working atmosphere. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming.

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

    • From start to finish the internship was well organised, both nationally and in the office.

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

    • We were given more training than expected for a 6 week internship and the overall investment in us demonstrated the companies commitment to its people and developing them into the best.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Company Car

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel

    International Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home

    Healthcare/Dental

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

    • Have received a graduate offer and have accepted it. Very pleasing outcome.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Both with fellow interns and with colleagues from the business there was a great social scene.

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

    • Fairly cheap cost of living.

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

    • Belfast is a great city with a great night life.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Lots of opportunities both through clubs etc and informal opportunities.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting, Information Technology

Northern Ireland

October 2014

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