Flying Start Degree programme - Intern/Trainee - Bristol Financial Services Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.9/10

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

Working as a trainee auditor. Reviewing and testing companies financial statements to ensure that they comply with the appropriate laws and regulations. Regularly communicating with clients. Mostly responsible for testing of internal controls.

9/10

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

Developed and learnt skills surrounding IT in particular the use of Excel. The functionalities and uses of Excel to assist in completing tasks. Learnt how to communicate with clients professionally and politely.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really do enjoy my degree programme. I get a huge advantage over other accounting programme students as I have the benefit of studying towards my professional exams whilst able to work and put this knowledge into practice in the real world. The culture at PwC is very inclusive.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is really well structured as there are multiple areas of support available. We had a two week long intense training programme before we started work full time. This was done remotely and allowed us to better understand what was expected of us and the firm's processes and systems.

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

We were assigned a buddy, career coach, flying start champions and have a manager/incharge on every job. They all regularly kept in touch with me and were always available for any queries or questions that I had. They were all very approachable and organised regular meetings to check in on progress.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

I was provided with all of the relevant and texts books needed for the exams. The lecturers were always approachable and regularly organised revision sessions. My academic tutor was always available for any non study related issues. I really enjoy the course as a lot of the content is applicable to the real world.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

Yes, a lot of the theory I have learnt is applicable to my role. In fact, it actually helps me to better understand the theory side when I am able to put it into practice

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

No I haven't been involved in any activities like sports but I did take part in a team social quiz. This was really good especially during remote working to bond with the team and also have a break from working!

10/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They are a great employer who really does value its employees. This is shown by multiple reward schemes but also promoted throughout the company by individual behaviour. They are also very flexible and take into account the struggles from working from home.

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

Be prepared to work hard but also to enjoy what you do. You will be surrounded by really talented and knowledgeable professionals and this is something great to learn from