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PwC

Data Apprentice Review

at PwC

Degree Apprenticeship

Finance

Edinburgh

Review Submitted: March 2022

Overall Rating

2.8 /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!

3.5/5 - Overview of Role
3/5 - Skills Development
2.4/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
3/5
Data analyst, working on projects for client providing analysis around a deal.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I have thoroughly enjoyed my final work placement. Though in the same company I was placed in a different team based in London. I have enjoyed the work, team and culture

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Yes, I have developed both technical, business and personal skills. I completed internal training courses, external qualifications and independent training.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
1/5
The organisation has been severely lacking on my course - both from the uni side and the work placement side.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
2/5
I receive some support from a central apprenticeship team on a termly basis. There are several contacts provided to reach out for support within the firm.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
I have not worked towards any substantial qualifications but I have been given ample time to complete training
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
1/5
the two are very unrelated and I have not had much opportunity to implement any learning at work.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Yes lots of events. Requires the right team to be included.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great work culture, especially as a young new joiner. Fast paced learning environment that offers lots of development
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Research their culture and values
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