Flying Start Intern Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8/10

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

I tend to work on client site or in the office and work on a variety of different areas. I have worked on planning, execute and completion. My role changes day-to-day and each client is extremely difference, hence there is no typical day working at PwC.

8/10

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

Yes I have learnt how to use the PwC software i.e. Connect and Aura. My Excel skills have massively increased and I have learnt many shortcuts and ways to help my daily work.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have thoroughly enjoyed the programme. The placements have been challenging, but I feel like I have massively developed and enhanced my knowledge.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

When considering the PwC side i.e. the placements, it has been very organised. However, I feel that it was disorganised at university. Based on our feedback, the university have been working to change this.

6/10

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

PwC have offered a lot of support throughout my placements and during university.

8/10

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

The university have helped massively when working towards my qualifications as they have provided assistance and support throughout. Obtaining the Kaplan materials was extremely beneficial.

8/10

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

I feel that the qualifications have helped my audit work, as I have been able to apply the theoretical knowledge to the client work.

8/10

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 there are lots of social activities at work, including firm-wide and individual teams.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I have thoroughly enjoyed the placements and look forward to coming back to full-time work in September. My third placement has been my favourite as I have been provided with more opportunities and feel that I have created a strong internal and external network.

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

I would advise others to understand the PwC values and make sure they are on top of recent news that is relevant to the profession.