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Rating
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About You
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The Company
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Everything Else
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
- 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
- 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 5. How well structured was the insight?
- 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
- 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?
- 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
- 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?
- 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
- 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?
- 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?
- 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?
- 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?
About You
The insight provided me with a great insight into the corporate life and a career in accounting. This insight at PwC fulfilled my hopes to gain a clearer vision of my future career path. Although the whole internship lasted for a short period, the presentation and activities were all really helpful
We were all not treated differently from and by other employees which made me feel valued during my entire time at PwC. The advisors all were really helpful and seemed genuinely interested in us. We were encouraged to ask many questions and to engage with other employees to get a better feel of the company.
In my point of view, the focus on personal development rather than ‘selling’ the company was one of the best aspect of PwC’s Spring Programme. All the skills that I have acquired during my time there will be certainly very valuable when going through future assessment centres. We were accompanied by advisors all the time and could chat with graduates about their experience and ask for tips.
I haven’t learned much technical knowledge about accounting aside from what a career and daily tasks would involve. However, my transferable skills have improved due to the new and uncertain situation. It was the first time for me being part of such a large organisation and networking with so many new people.
The Company
The insight was very well structured. At no point of time did I felt bored or that this internship is unorganised. Everything followed a clear schedule and our days were packed with many networking events, presentations and tasks. This kept us busy throughout the internship which I thing was a positive thing.
The atmosphere was a bit competitive in my opinion. Everyone tried to make a good impression and were not too interested in each other. This made networking a bit more difficult but the atmosphere eased a bit over time. I think this is because we got to know each other more. But generally, the culture of the company was professional yet nothing to be afraid of.
The company PwC has invested a lot to prepare and organise this internship. Everything was well prepared and structured. Employees, graduate and senior managers have taken their time to talk with all of us. All of the things were provided and their presentations were extensive and specifically tailored to our needs as first year Î÷¹ÏÊÓÆµs
This internship at PwC has certainly reinforced my decision to become an accountant. I am more excited than ever because the insight exceeded my hopes and expectations. PwC is a great company to work for, the environment and culture is better than its reputation and the tasks and challenges that an accountant will face on a daily basis attracts me.
Although the insight lasted a few days, it was enough to learn more about the culture. It is a large organisation with hierarchy but I think that this is a good thing. Everyone has the chance to move the corporate ladder up. However, the culture was still friendly, open, yet professional. Everyone seemed nice to each other and not standing in competition.
This internship helped me tremendously in deciding about my future career path. In my case I am now more certain to become an accountant. Especially working for PwC is my goal. However, I have learned from other interns that they do want to further pursue a career in accounting. However, this insight by itself is valuable.
Everything Else
Details
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Accounting
London
June 2017