Overall Rating
4.2 /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!
3.8/5
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Overview of the Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Company Culture
Overview of the Experience
Please give an overview of what your work experience involved:
5/5
My experience has involved working with diverse clients throughout y placement applying theoretical knowledge into the corporate world . This allowed me to fast track my process as a future qualified my accountant with one of the largest audit firms in the world.
To what extent did you enjoy your work experience?
5/5
It was a really interesting journey to go through at such a young age. I had flying start champions helping me throughout this placement. It was a different world altogether but definitely something I am grateful for.
How well organised was your work experience?
1/5
It was poor in terms of organization as we joined and there was no one who was informed of the actual date we came into the office. There was no proper introduction or office tours. There were also issues in resourcing and accomodation. All of these issues could be looked into to improve the experience
How much did your work experience help you in deciding on your future career path?
3/5
Its has helped me understand the type of work I would be doing in the future and whether It is something I would want to do and the working hours I would want to take upon considering business environment as well.
Were you paid or reimbursed for this experience?
5/5
Yes I was paid for this experience.
Skills Development
What training and skills development did you learn from your work experience?
5/5
I learnt communication skills, Microsoft excel skills, organization skills etc with training specific to the engagement database of PwC.
Company Culture
How much did you learn about the company culture and what it would be like to work there?
3/5
I learnt quite a bit about how the company applies its core values into the workplace and operation of the Gems platform to recognize work done by each individual.
Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees?
5/5
There were loads of opportunities for meeting new people through industry socials. The social environment in the company is great and I have made really good friends in the office.
Recommendations and Advice
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It would depend on their career path but PwC is one of the biggest firms in the world having the perfect balance of work and social life with a very welcoming environment.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Try to complete as many ICAEW papers as possible as it gives you a headstart when you first join the company and you would be able to understand way more.
