Bussiness Insight Week Review

An induction day in London, followed by three days in the cambridge office shadowing a 'buddy', there is the opportunity to look at a wide range of lines of service, including assurance, tax and deals. There was also the opportunity to sit in on calls and meetings and to do some individual work for the buddy. There is also a presentation presented on the final day to work on.

I learned a lot about accountancy and the various lines of service that PwC offer. I also improved by Excel skills and my digital literacy as all students were issued with a laptop and an email address. I improved by interpersonal skills and my time management and understanding of office life.

I enjoyed learning a day in the life of a worker at PwC. It was interesting work to learn about careers that you otherwise would not know about. It was nice to be with other people my age so I could talk to them about their opinions of Pwc's work.

It was a national scheme that fully complied with the FCA's regulations with regard to confidential information and market rigging. All travel, except to and from the base office was also paid for which removed any cost as a barrier to entry. I knew what I was doing everyday.

I learned that it was a relaxed culture, personified in their commitment to hot desking and their dress for your day policy, which meant most associates were wearing jeans and shirts rather than formal attire. This created a relaxed atmosphere where work got done not at the expense of fun.

Pwc is a great firm to have on the CV because it is one of the big four audit firms and has a worldwide reputation. I learned about different lines of service so I have an informed opinion on my future careers aspirations and desires for my professional life in the future.

Yes, i was paid well relitive to my work there, which I appreciated. There was also many benefits including free tea and coffee of which i deeply enjoyed. Transport other than to and from the base office was also paid for by the firm so I did not have to pay.

Yes, I networked a lot with people across a range of ages, that I hope to maintain in my network for my future career aspirations. The members of the local team introduced me to many other employees of which I very much enjoyed meeting and making their acquaintance, which was great.

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Because it is a very well renowned firm across the world who operate in such a large range of professional service meaning that it is a way for which one can discover many potential career opportunities even though they are only doing one work experience with one company, so let it be Pwc.

I would advise that they prepare and stoke their creative and individualistic spark within them, as they are looking for people who can solve problems effectively and in teams. Also apply early because recruitment is deadline driven so the earlier each stage is completed, the better. Belief is also essential