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PwC

Black Talent in Business - Tax Intern Review

at PwC

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Tax

London

Review Submitted: May 2024

Overall Rating

4.5 /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 Experience
4.5/5 - Skills Development
4.3/5 - Company Culture
4.5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - Recommendations and Advice

Overview of Experience

Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
The insight was really enjoyable and an eye opener into PwC and the financial realm. Each day consisted on
introductory/catch up talks with members in the Tax sector, who explained their roles, their origin & how the got into PwC. Additionally, I was able to attend meetings & follow ups on PwC’s letter to the IA on suggestions on how to improve factors such as the gender pay gap
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
There are many roles at PwC and it’s not as rigid as I expected (which is something I admire about the company). You are able to gain skills to work in different subsection of workforces
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I have strengthened & gained many transferable skills, as well as financially specific skills.
Coming from a biomedical science background, skills such as critical thinking and strong evaluative skills are required, and the insight week really enhanced them. Additionally, I learnt many financial terms and how PwC operates & builds strong relations which clients interpersonally, which I have been able to gain
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
4/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
4/5

Company Culture

How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
3/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
My expectation were proven wrong & were exceeded. There is diversity (which is something PwC really integrates within the firm), which made me feel more comfortable. The people are very friendly & talkative, which gives the essence of a community. The architecture is beautiful and the office spaces are well planned
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
4/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
5/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I really enjoyed it. As I come from a scientific background, I was scared that I would only partly enjoy it, however each day was better than the last
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
4/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was paid

Recommendations and Advice

Please rate the future employment prospects at PwC
5/5
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC
Just be yourself! PwC focussed a lot on skill set and personality rather than just qualification. If you show you are a bright individual who is willing to learn & build the company up, you are already PwC material
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