PwC

IFS Intern

June - July 2019 • Milwaukee, WI

What I liked

The program was completely revamped for this years IFS Interns and going forward. We got the chance to be a lot more hands on with new accounting software and even got the opportunity to work on a major project. Also, everyone in the office was very supportive and helpful.

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

I would say to be open to every opportunity to learn something new. Also don’t be afraid to put yourself outside of your comfort zone!

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Internal Firm Services

June - July 2019 • Dallas, TX

What I liked

I really enjoyed my internship, I got to experience different lines of service such as Audit, Tax and consulting, which are services I can go into with my Accounting degree. I really enjoyed networking with professionals and getting to see and hear what they do. I really liked it because it gave me a real life example of what I learn in my classes.

What I wish was different

I would not change anything about my internship. It was a great learning opportunity that I enjoyed.

Advice

Always have an open mind and be willing to get out of your comfort zone because that is when you will grow.

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Core Assurance Intern

June - August 2019 • Toledo, OH

What I liked

I loved the people, the work, and the environment.

What I wish was different

I wish I got to spend more than 3 weeks at each client.

Advice

You won't know everything so ask questions.

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Business Automation

June - August 2019 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

I was paid very well, I was traveling every week (Tampa, NYC, DC), I got to learn about new and emerging technologies, I got to work on very large and very small scale projects, I got to see the entire process from start to finish, I worked in many of the different groups and got to experience everything, I gained a lot of experience with Agile and Scrum, I got to design, create, and publish my own automation to PwC's online automation store, I met a ton of interesting people and grew my network tremendously.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have completed all of the quick rotations, and then picked my favorite from that group and spend a little more time with them.

Advice

We were the first class of interns in this specific area so we were all unsure of what this summer had in store for us. We came in having never heard of these technologies, and by the end we were able to hold our own. Just take everything with an open mind and be confident in your abilities to learn on the fly. Everything is always changing quickly nowadays, so be ready to adapt and overcome anything thrown your way.

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Advisory Intern

June - August 2018 • New York City, NY

What I liked

PwC is a great place to intern overall. The culture is fantastic, there is great mentorship available, and you will learn so much without crazy work hours.

What I wish was different

I wished that I was staffed on an engagement immediately because I spent the first couple of weeks on the bench

Advice

Get to know the recruiter!

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Start Intern

June - July 2019 • New York City, NY

What I liked

Amazing company, provided plenty of opportunities to learn more about services provided.

What I wish was different

A bit more structure might have been nice, but it's still a new program.

Advice

Use your time wisely! Set yourself up for a return offer, and meet cool people!

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Core Assurance Intern

June - August 2018 • Florham Park, NJ

What I liked

As someone who's been with the firm since my freshman year, I like everything about them and the values PwC shares.

What I wish was different

I wish my internship was longer!

Advice

Taking initiative will not go unnoticed and do every little or big task to the best of your ability. Also, don't be afraid to ask questions!

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Internal Firm Services Intern

June - July 2018 • Los Angeles, CA

What I liked

Good exposure to the industry and many shadowing and networking opportunities.

What I wish was different

More client service exposure.

Advice

Make the most of every opportunity to network and meet people across different lines of service!

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Start Intern

June - July 2018 • Miami, FL

What I liked

I got to rotate through the many lines of service the PwC firm has to offer and get to see what type of work I like and I would want to continue pursuing in the future.

What I wish was different

It had been a couple weeks longer. It was a 6 week program and I feel like it ended too soon and I didn't have the chance to do everything I wanted to do.

Advice

Take advantage of the experience and talk to as many professionals in the firm as you can. They are there to help you and they are your most valuable resource throughout this process.

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Risk Assurance Intern

June - August 2019 • New York City, NY

What I liked

I enjoyed being able to work at client locations and got to work closely with a high executive at 1 of my Fortune 500 clients. PwC will provide you with all the opportunity in the world if you put in the time and effort. They did a great job at training us and getting us prepared to be out in the working world with true professionals.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Financial markets intern

June - August 2019 • Miami, FL

What I liked

I loved the work culture and the people.

What I wish was different

N/a

Advice

Come with and open mind and ready to learn.

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Core Assurance Intern

June - August 2018 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

It was real, hands-on audit work. You get to learn the different software platforms that they use, work with all levels of employees, and work inside some of the biggest companies in the Detroit Area. Opportunity just oozes from this internship.

What I wish was different

I wish that I was better prepared to be in that kind of work environment. It is very fast-paced, and you need to learn how to keep up quick if you don't want to get left behind.

Advice

Be able to handle and apply the critiques given to you.

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Tax Intern

June - August 2019 • New York City, NY

What I liked

I liked the culture at the firm and how willing everyone was to assist me with any questions/ concerns I may have had. The internship was a great experience to gain exposure to Tax and provided an excellent opportunity to interact with clients.

What I wish was different

Advice

Network as much as you can throughout the internship and don't be afraid to ask questions!

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Assurance Intern

June - August 2019 • Cleveland, OH

What I liked

I enjoyed learning about technology, specifically being introduced to and familiarizing myself with Alteryx. I also really enjoyed the PwC atmosphere and appreciated the company's values, including its priority of service work and of having wholly healthy employees.

What I wish was different

I wish the internship had been longer, whether starting sooner or ending later.

Advice

As soon as I worked with or networked with someone, I found it beneficial to write down his/her name so that I could add him/her on LinkedIn, keeping a log of my connections and also creating a way to communicate with them in the future if needed.

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Start Intern

June - July 2018 • Miami, FL

What I liked

I loved working in the office and meeting so many helpful individuals from different lines of service and levels! It was great to meet interns from different offices during our training and learning about the firms initiatives. It was a great opportunity to shadow in tax and assurance and have coaches in those lines.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Management Consulting Intern

June - July 2018 • Boston, MA

What I liked

Traveling and exposure to a variant of industries.

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

Network, network, network. An internship is an extension of the interview process.

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Tax Intern

August - September 2020 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

Gain perspective of what working for a large accounting firms is like.

What I wish was different

I wish it had been in person as the online aspect limited many of the experiences.

Advice

Branching out from your major can be rewarding

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Corporate Tax

June - August 2019 • Florham Park, NJ

What I liked

The team I was on helped me learn a ton about the company and about the work we had to complete. My peers were super helpful in bringing me up to speed on projects and on how different database systems operated. The different events available throughout the internship were fun and varied. I was able to meet a lot of professionals form the firm as well, which aided in me learning even more.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more to do throughout the internship, but understood that the Summer in my department wasn't the busiest time. Every team operated differently, and some friends in other departments ended up being very busy. However, I'm sure I won't be complaining about this when I eventually start full time.

Advice

Meet as many people as you can throughout the internship and get out of your comfort zone. This goes for both the internship and in any professional setting. The more people you meet, the better. You will only get what you put into it, so give every bit your best effort, even in the slower points in time. Also: if you are looking to become a CPA, make a plan and stick to it.

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