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PwC

Student Recruitment Intern Review

at PwC

Placement (10 Months+)

Human Resources, Recruitment

London

Review Submitted: August 2023

Overall Rating

4.7 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Support and Guidance
4.3/5 - Company Culture
5/5 - Overall Experience
4/5 - Future Career Prospects

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
The role is essentially recruiting for graduate, undergraduate and school and college leaver roles. As a placement student, you gain exposure to all areas of the recruitment process, pipeline management and running assessment centres. There were also opportunities to attend recruitment events, whether that be at universities, external venues or in office. Candidate communication is key, giving great opportunities to develop those skills.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
I was given lots of responsibility. I was running assessment centres, single handedly coordinating the days and ensuring it runs smoothly. I was also given pipeline management experience, to which is normally reserved for senior associates. I was also given responsibility to deliver presentations at universities unaided.
Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
My communication and presentation skills have developed massively over the course of this year. The role required me to present virtually several times a week so there was plenty of time to practice and develop both of these skills. I have also developed networking skills as I have been exposed to a massive network of professionals, all in different lines of service.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
5/5

Support and Guidance

How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
I recieved a lot of support. My manager dedicated a lot of time to me, allowing me to answer any questions I had and ensuring I was up to speed. I was also designated a career coach to which was there to ensure that I got everything out of the placement that I wanted to.
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
5/5
How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
5/5

Company Culture

What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The general atmosphere was one that is positive and welcoming. It allows for employees of any level to freely communicate with senior figueres. You could often find yourself sitting next to senior management in the office. It allows for a very collaborative workplace.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the social opportunities?
3/5
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
5/5
How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
4/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at PwC. I achieved what I set out to at the beginning and beyond. I feel I have developed so much professionally as well as personally!
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at PwC
4/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to PwC
Put your applications in early as it is very competitive. I would also advise others to research the firm thoroughly and go beyond the job description to ensure maximal preparation for interviews and assessment centres. Lastly, be yourself during the application process; authenticity goes a long way!
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