Intern Trainee Review
at PwC
School Leaver Programme
Accounting
Reading
Review Submitted: March 2021
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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I am an intern trainee, it was my first placement with PwC this year, and it lasted for 3 months. I was auditing financial statements to the client i was allocated to, during my placement.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy my course, i like the fact that i get the chance to work with such a big company, learn new things and get to apply what i learn in the university. Also, to study at the same time to become a qualified chartered accountant.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
During my first placement i believe that i learn new things, as i now have a greater view of what audit is. Also, i have build new relationships with my team and my client.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My programme was very organised, as during work i was trying to have a balance between work and my personal mental health. I was trying to have small breaks each day and never missing my lunch break.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
My team,all of them were very supportive and caring. They all understood that was my first placement, as they were very patient with me asking many questions. Also, they were all very helpful and guiding me for the best outcome.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My training provider was supporting me from the beginning of my first placement. He was always asking me how my placement was going, if i needed anything and if i had any questions.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My qualification through my training provider helps me perform better, as he knows exactly how to guide me step by step, and what is best to do, in order to achieve my goals.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
With my team we were always organizing 4pm fun games, each time choosing different game, just a small break from work was needed and get to know the team better. Also, we had a social event with the whole team and the managers.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
PwC is one of the big four accounting firms. Is a very big company and i am glad i got the chance to work in such a big firm. Also, all the people in PwC are very friendly, helpful and supportive.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
I definitely recommend other people apply to PwC, as it's one of the big four accounting firms. It's a great opportunity to work with such a large firm. Also, all the people are very friendly, supportive and always happy to help.
