Flying Start Degree programme - Intern East Midlands Office Review
at PwC
Degree Apprenticeship
Accounting
Castle Donington
Review Submitted: April 2021
Overall Rating
3.8 /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
3/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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
Intern/trainee working with teams on client engagements carrying out the audit of a companies financials statements. Day to day work involves testing and handling different financial statement line items including balance sheet, profit and loss statement and the statement of changes in equity. A conclusion and audit opinion is then issued on the companies overall performance.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
The programme although extremely stressful and intense at times during busy season, is definitely enjoyable and the teams/people you work with make the whole experience better as a whole. Everyone is supportive, helpful and understanding which makes me feel comfortable and confident in being to ask questions/for help.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Definitely learnt new skills with having to adapt to working from home this year and facing the challenges of virtual working meant that communication skills were key in with both team members and client contacts. I am also glad to have built on my existing audit knowledge which i developed through my previous placement.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well organised and the support from out flying start degree programme leaders is extremely good. Whenever I have any issues, they are only ever a email or message away and try their best to resolve the query as best and quickly as they can which is always greatly appreciated.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Friendly colleagues, well known company, good clients.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Be yourself, be honest about your experience as everyone is willing to help you learn and grow and don't be afraid to ask questions
