Shadow a Female Leader Review

The experience was great, I got first hand experience as to what life would be like in the PwC office. I was unsure of the profession I would like to work in once finished university, however the scheme provided me with useful insight and helped me to make my choice.

Although I was only there for a week, I felt like I was a valued member of the team. I firstly received a laptop which instantly made me feel like I was playing a part in the company! I was given small jobs which added to the overall team progress, therefore, making me feel a sense of achievement. I got to see a number of teams within the company over the week, all of which were very accommodating and people were willing to help and allowed me to ask questions to gain further knowledge.

From my mentor I received a great amount of help, whenever she did a task or people came to her with queries she ensured that she took time afterwards to explain what was going on to me so I fully understood. I felt anyone in the office was approachable to ask questions and help me out if need be.

The knowledge I gained from the experience helped me to gain communication skills by talking to a whole variety of new people, my confidence also grew along side this. I feel the skills I gained in the scheme will stay with me as I go into work as it was a very positive experience.

It was very well structured. Lots of guidance as given prior to the insight, allowing my nerves to be eased and get myself organised. Once with my mentor she had set out tasks that I could do while also moving round and going on appointments with her. I was felt bored nor like a lost member throughout the experience.

The atmosphere was great. Everyone was extremely friendly and welcoming, my nerves when immediately lifted when I first went into the office. People were willing to help and I feel the staff mostly all knew what it was like to be in my position, therefore, were very inclusive.

They ensured I understood along the way and all members of the team were making sure I had something to do to aid development and on top of that was having fun!

I feel going into the office gave a true reflection of what the life would be like, I spoke to people on all different levels, therefore, think I got a rounded and fair opinion.

I got to see the team work element of the company, alongside friendliness and happy side while still ensuring hard work.

I was unsure of my future, however, I enjoyed the placement so much it made my decision easy that I would love to work within the company and sector!

I was paid for the experience, however, this was not a driving motivation, the great experience and insight was.

Yes, I got to partake in phone calls to branches of the company in other countries. Also I got to go into the companies which we were auditing and get to meet the team

I met lots of people on my experience, many of which stated if I ever needed help I was welcome to contact them.

Speaking to staff in the office, I gained an insight into both the work life and social life. Alongside activities such as sport teams!

Definitely, and I have done to many people! A great experience, rather than just an 'insight'.