Audit (Government & Public Sector) Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.3
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    3.8

    The Role

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

    • The placement was extremely enjoyable, largely due to the team based work and huge amount of variety.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I felt extremely valued, I was given a lot of responsibility, trusted to speak independently with clients and there were some great socials to get to know everyone outside of work.

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

    • All managers were very supportive and understanding of my abilities and limited training, they gave me increasingly challenging work as I progressed which pushed me to develop quickly.

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

    • When on client sites (around 70% of the overall time) I always had enough work to fill the days, but not so much that I regularly had to go beyond my contracted hours.

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

    • I was given progressively more responsibility as managers realised by capabilities, it was clear we were doing exactly the type of work we would be performing as a grad.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I have developed significantly in terms of professional skills and client communication. My time management and organisational skills have improved and I feel that everything I've learnt will benefit me in many aspects of my life.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The role was primarily client based so I spent limited time in the office, however the office atmosphere was very light and relaxed and everyone was very friendly.

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

    • Very well organised, went without a hitch!

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

    • 3 days formal residential training then on-site training throughout the 6 weeks.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Jot a job offer at the end which I intend on taking!

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • Socials and drinks 2 or 3 times a week with colleagues, the business unit social club organises regular formal social activities.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • London is expensive!

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

    • Again, it's london so there's a lot to choose from!

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

    • As said above, regular social activities e.g. cocktail workshops and theatre trips.

    4/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

August 2014

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