PwC Insight Day Review
by PwC
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
4.1
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The Company
4.2
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The Culture
3.0
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
It was very interesting experience in terms of both getting to know the company better and improving some of the core competencies PwC looks for in the applicants.
Not applicable.
All of the staff were very friendly, helpful and approachable during the whole Insight Day. When we were doing exercises, they were in the room going around, checking how we are doing and offering advice and help.
The day was quite busy and intense, but between more demanding tasks there were also some rather relaxing activities, such as informal lunch with PwC employees or coffee breaks.
Not applicable, as we were not doing any work.
The exercises we were given and especially the feedback after completion of them were very helpful in gaining better understanding of core competencies required from applicants by PwC (f.e. teamwork, communication skills).
The Company
Everyone was very friendly and helpful for us and it seemed to be part of culture of PwC present in daily life in the office. It seemed a learning-friendly place, where you can ask lots of questions and get plenty of support.
Before Insight Day, the recruitment process and communication went very smoothly and I was provided with all information I needed. During the day itself, also everything was well organised in a timely and professional manner.
Although it was only one day, it included exercises and tasks that aimed at increasing our skills and competencies helpful in future application to PwC.
Subsidised Canteen
We were encouraged to apply for internships and placements, however there was not any fast tracks in the application process possible to be obtained.
The Culture
We did not have a lot of time to get to know each other well. However, from time that we spent together I can say that everyone was really nice and friendly.
Not applicable.
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Details
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Accounting, Actuary, Audit, Management Consulting
Scotland
August 2012
