Flying Start Degree programme - Associate Bristol Review
at PwC
Work Experience
Accounting
Bristol
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
3.9 /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
4/5
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Skills Development
3.5/5
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Company Culture
Overview of the Experience
Please give an overview of what your work experience involved:
4/5
Client based audit work
To what extent did you enjoy your work experience?
4/5
It was a very enjoyable experience in a fast paced environment. Plenty of support provided
How well organised was your work experience?
2/5
Fairly well organised however the Flying start champions did not have as much communication & knowledge over admin tasks as I would have hoped for.
How much did your work experience help you in deciding on your future career path?
4/5
Good career advice was provided by team mates throughout the course of working. I have a clear plan for the future
Were you paid or reimbursed for this experience?
5/5
Yes - additional overtime pay as well
Skills Development
What training and skills development did you learn from your work experience?
4/5
Gained technical knowledge of audit methodology and hands-on experience of working with clients
Company Culture
How much did you learn about the company culture and what it would be like to work there?
3/5
N/A - As this is a recurring placement that happens every year I already had a good understanding of the company culture coming into work again.
Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees?
4/5
Yes- networking event were frequent and plenty of opportunities to work with Senior employees
Recommendations and Advice
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good fast-paced environment with challenging and engaging hands on work
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Come into it with an open mind and be ready to learn as it can be overwhelming at times
