Rating

10/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • I am a Technology Degree Apprentice in software engineering pathway. Being involved in daily sprints, team meetings, studying towards a certification, working on a project with fellow apprentice and being involved in projects as a software tester and developer. Responsibility - gain technical experience by studying and getting certifications.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Here at PwC, there are numerous opportunities to gain and excel your skills and as an apprentice, I have been able to be given an opportunity to develop wider range of skills like technical and interpersonal skills like teamwork when working on a project together and javascript programming language.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • The programme is precisely what I was looking for. It is a great-opportunity to learn about different types of technologies used within the firm. Getting benefits from the support-system and enjoying getting paid! Also meeting variety of amazing professionals from office socials and great networking. hands-on training alongside other apprentices.

    10/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The program is very well organised and structured. You are given time-table of meetings and training in advance which is great way to plan your day and be organised. They give you plenty of time to get comfortable in your roles and plenty support available.

    10/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • We receive ongoing support from our employer. We have been assigned a career coach and a buddy to support us during the program, we can go to them if we have a question or worries. We also receive excellent-support from Manager that help us have enjoyable time in the firm.

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • There are numerous-support available, there are materials and books available to support you and recorded-videos to help us to go back if we're stuck in something. Also, if they are not able in help then you can always reach out to your other networks such as career-coach and buddys.

    10/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • Highly well! Working towards the qualification interlinks with my job performance. A professional qualification can expand your skillsets.​​ You can gain job-related skills, as well as refreshing and updating your knowledge. Not only do you get to learn the theoretical knowledge but also apply it practically on the job.

    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.)
  • There's a lot of social activities like Inspiring learning day and celebrations, there's a foodie group that I'm part of which is a great way of making connections and getting to know everyone.

    10/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • At PwC, there's lots of support and opportunities to develop and upskill yourself. I feel very empowered here to share my ideas and feeling like it actually matters and are respected. This firm is powered with a positive and uplifting culture.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
  • Be yourself and have a positive attitude.


Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Information Technology

Manchester

March 2023


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