Flying Start Degree Programme - Third Placement, Reading Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.7/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I have been a flying start at PwC for the last three years during my time at university. My role involves audit work such as controls and substantive testing. I work directly with clients and other audit team members

7/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes, I have learnt lots of audit skills in particular different assertions and soft skills.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

8/10

4. How valued do you feel by PwC?

7/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

6/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

7/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

7/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

5/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

6/10

9. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Mainly because of the type of people you get to work with, having worked at another big 4 firm the people who work for PwC are much more approachable and really take the time for your development.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?

Make sure you are fully prepared, be familiar with the firm's competencies and how you meet them. Have practice interviews so you get familiar with the set up.