Trainee Accountant Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.7
  • The Company
    4.4
  • The Culture
    3.9

    The Role

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

    • Great responsibility and a young office

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

    • Genuine team member with a lot expected of me.

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

    • Excellent coaching through out.

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

    • Almost too busy! Especially during busy season where there was a lot of overtime.

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

    • As much as graduate would be.

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

    • I studied for professional exams.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Generally good. The office is young, but some people were a little dispondant.

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

    • Generally good - they have strong links with Loughborough.

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

    • They treat you like a graduate, so pay for all exams etc.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Sports and Social Club

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have a job back there if I want it.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • The office is young and everyone is friendly.

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

    • Jersey is expensive! Easily £600+ a month for rent.

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

    • Nights out are good, but there isn't a lot of variety.

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

    • Heaps!

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Accounting

International

September 2008

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