Data Apprentice Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

5.5/10

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

Data analyst, working on projects for client providing analysis around a deal.

7/10

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

Yes, I have developed both technical, business and personal skills. I completed internal training courses, external qualifications and independent training.

6/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have thoroughly enjoyed my final work placement. Though in the same company I was placed in a different team based in London. I have enjoyed the work, team and culture

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The organisation has been severely lacking on my course - both from the uni side and the work placement side.

1/10

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

I receive some support from a central apprenticeship team on a termly basis. There are several contacts provided to reach out for support within the firm.

4/10

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

I have not worked towards any substantial qualifications but I have been given ample time to complete training

6/10

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

the two are very unrelated and I have not had much opportunity to implement any learning at work.

2/10

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.)

Yes lots of events. Requires the right team to be included.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Great work culture, especially as a young new joiner. Fast paced learning environment that offers lots of development

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

Research their culture and values