Internship in Corporate and Indirect Tax Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.3/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • The internship at PwC exceeded all expectations and provided the best possible insight into a career in the accounting profession.

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

    • Everyone at PwC makes you feel like a valued member of the team. Just because you are an intern by no means that you will be treated any differently.

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

    • PwC provide interns with a buddy/mentor that sits close by and helps with any problems. Interns are also assigned a Personal Manager (in the same manner as all other employees) who helps provide senior support for development.

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

    • At times the work level was intense but manageable, this teaches valuable skills in time management and prioritising work. There were a few quite periods but that was in line with the time of the year.

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

    • To say as an intern that you will be running the show would be a bit much, however I was given reasonable amounts of responsibility for my experience. During my internship I was even presented with the opportunity to help organise a client entertainment event.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The skills that I learned on my internship will be with me for years to come. The whole experience taught valuable lessons in accounting, team work, personal development, communication and most importantly taught me that a career in accountancy in right for me.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was profession but upbeat.

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

    • Very well organised, included group presentations with other interns.

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

    • PwC sent all interns to London for a training/induction week, providing an excellent opportunity to meet other interns and collegues.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Sports and Social Club

    National Travel

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

    • Fortunately managed to get a job on completion of university.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Very friendly atmosphere with other interns. Became good friends and maintain contact with them.

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

    • My collegues were often far to generous and wouldn't allow you to open you wallet. Looking forward to returning the gesture when I return to the firm.

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

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

    • Lots of opportunities in sport, I got involved with 5-a-sides and the football team. I know the firm also runs a pantomine and community schemes.

    4/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

Accounting, Audit

Scotland

November 2011

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