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Consulting Black Talent in Business Insight Programme 2025

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Job Details

Deadline: 31st December 2024
Length: Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Roles: Management Consulting, Economics, Information Technology, Data Science
Location: East Midlands, East of England, London, North East, North West, South East, South West, Wales, West Midlands, Yorkshire and Humberside
City: Nationwide

Consulting Black Talent in Business Insight Programme 2025

Programme Overview:

PwC’s Consulting Black Talent in Business Insight Programme is designed to introduce Black heritage students to a wide range of career opportunities in consulting. This programme offers a hands-on experience across different consulting streams, including Management Consulting, Economics Consulting, Technology Consulting, and Data and Digital Value (DDV) Consulting. Through this programme, you will gain a deep understanding of how PwC helps clients address complex business challenges, drive performance improvement, and achieve strategic goals.

You will work alongside PwC professionals to understand the consulting lifecycle—from identifying business problems and designing solutions to implementing changes that deliver measurable value. In addition, you’ll explore how PwC leverages data analytics, technology, and business strategy to support clients across various sectors.

The Black Talent in Business Insight Programme is part of PwC’s commitment to nurturing diverse talent by providing Black heritage students with the skills, exposure, and network needed to thrive in the consulting profession.

What You’ll Do:

During this programme, you will engage in a variety of consulting activities, giving you exposure to multiple consulting specialisations:

  • Management Consulting: Support clients in optimising their business strategies, improving organisational performance, and streamlining operations.
  • Economics Consulting: Use economic analysis to help clients understand financial risks and navigate regulatory changes.
  • Technology Consulting: Learn how PwC uses emerging technologies to help clients improve efficiency, solve digital challenges, and future-proof their businesses.
  • Data and Digital Value (DDV) Consulting: Explore the use of advanced data analytics and digital tools to provide insights that enhance decision-making and support business growth.

Why Join the Programme:

  • Hands-on experience: Gain practical experience by working on real projects and applying consulting methodologies to solve business problems.
  • Skills development: Enhance your analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, while gaining exposure to technology and data-driven consulting.
  • Networking opportunities: Connect with PwC consultants, mentors, and peers, and build relationships that will help support your future career development.
  • Insight into PwC’s inclusive culture: Experience PwC’s dedication to creating a diverse and supportive work environment that champions the success of Black talent in business.

By the end of the programme, you will have a strong foundation in consulting, a clear understanding of PwC’s consulting services, and the skills needed to succeed in a consulting career.

Who Should Apply:

This programme is open to Black heritage university students interested in exploring careers in consulting. Whether you are studying business, economics, technology, or related fields, this programme will provide you with the insights and experiences necessary to pursue a consulting career. PwC welcomes students who are passionate about solving business challenges, working with data, and exploring the intersection of technology and business.

Skills and Attributes:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Interest in business strategy, economics, technology, and data analysis
  • Effective teamwork and communication skills
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment
  • Commitment to PwC’s values of diversity and inclusion

Programme Duration:

This is a short-term insight programme, typically lasting one week, designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of PwC’s consulting services and career opportunities in consulting.

About PwC

We work to build trust, deliver sustained outcomes and help clients solve their most important problems by combining human ingenuity and understanding with the right technology. Join us in Actuarial, Audit, Business Solutions, Consulting, Deals, Legal, Operate, Risk, Tax or Technology.

Our global strategy, called The New Equation, brings our purpose to life by bringing our people together to strive for imaginative ways of solving our clients' most important challenges. We’re investing in the areas that matter most. Building out our capabilities in ESG and Net Zero, and combining the diverse experiences and skills of our people with innovative technology to build trust and deliver sustained outcomes.

Employing over 25,000 people across the UK, attracting, retaining and investing in the best people is critical. In some areas, this could mean working towards a professional qualification. In return we ask that joiners are eager to learn, with business awareness, intellectual and cultural curiosity and the ability to build strong relationships. We encourage our people to work together to drive impact and deliver quality to our clients.

Graduates and undergraduates can expect to be part of a stimulating environment working on challenging projects in a culture that embraces difference and empowers them to think differently. Uniqueness and innovation is valued at PwC which is why we have The Deal for all employees that ensures the experience of working here is right for everyone. Your hard work and accomplishments will be recognised and rewarded with a competitive salary and tailored, flexible benefits.

Join our human-led, tech-powered team. Be a part of The New Equation.

How to apply

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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.

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