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June - July 2019 • Houston, TX

What I liked

Loved the company culture and the way the company helps it’s interns with their futures. They never leave you alone and you are constantly learning something new everyday. You are able to engage with various people in positions ranging from associate to partner. Everyone is willing to share and give insight on how you can become better.

What I wish was different

I’m the internship there was a lot of freedom. No one really checked on you every single day. It’s not necessarily a bad thing because PwC expects you to get the work done and they don’t micro manage, but sometimes I do wish we had someone with us everyday.

Advice

Make sure you network as much as you can. PwC gives you a lot of freedom. The internship is very independent and you don’t take advantage of it you may get bored. There is always a learning opportunity available. Go talk with a partner or a first year worker to make sure you really get experience about the company. Never be afraid to ask questions . You are there to learn so no question is a dumb one. People appreciate scholars who are always asking questions because it shows you want to be there.

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Audit Intern

June - August 2019 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

I was able to gain an understanding of the audit profession with the assistance of my various engagement teams. I was also able to form strong connections with my intern class. Through this internship I was able to network with other interns from different schools and PwC staff which gave me a more diverse perspective of the accounting industry. PwC allowed me to expand my horizons and become comfortable with being uncomfortable.

What I wish was different

I wish that I had known more about the audit profession (in relation to the knowledge of others from different universities) and had a broader understanding about the software programs used.

Advice

Say yes! I feel that I was able to learn more by saying yes to new client opportunities or projects from my line of service peers. By doing so, I was able to interact with more clients and expose myself to different PwC professionals outside of my engagement teams.

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Audit Intern

June - August 2019 • Boston, MA

What I liked

I got to meet many different people of all different levels from intern to partner. I also got to work on multiple clients and got a lot of hands on experience that will be applicable when I start full time. I also got to travel to Texas for a client which was a unique experience.

What I wish was different

Commuting can be difficult because you may have to report to different places every day. As an intern it can be harder to plan for this because you are just being placed into as many places as possible to try to get experience.

Advice

It is important to bring a good attitude and be willing to learn. For the internship, technical knowledge and proficiency is not as important because you are not expected to be a master in each area.

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Assurance Intern

June - August 2019 • Houston, TX

What I liked

The exposure to the world of public accounting and the opportunities to learn everyday and work with different industries.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have done it longer.

Advice

Be a sponge, and do not be afraid to make a mistake and speak up.

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Valuations Intern

June - August 2019 • Los Angeles, CA

What I liked

I learned a ton not only about finance and accounting, but soft skills like asking questions and communicating effectively.

What I wish was different

I would have liked more time on projects, but that was just a product of the timing of my internship.

Advice

Always ask questions! You will never know everything and someone will aways know more than you about a specific topic, so it’s important to keep learning.

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Risk Assurance Intern

June - August 2019 • San Francisco, CA

What I liked

I enjoyed all of the benefits of the firm and how it is well known and respected.

What I wish was different

I wish I knew what I was actually going to be doing more because it was not at all what I expected.

Advice

Network as much as possible to really understand what it is you like and want to get into. Don't spend too much time or you will miss opportunities, but you need to do your research so you have a good idea about what you are getting into.

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Consulting Actuarial Intern

June - August 2019 • Chicago, IL

What I liked

The company culture and being in Chicago was fabulous.

What I wish was different

I wish I would've had more information on what I would be doing work-wise over the summer before starting.

Advice

I would tell future candidates to expose themselves to all different types of clients if working in that type of job. It helps you grasp the magnitude of the company's book of business.

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Public Accounting Intern

June - August 2019 • Baltimore, MD

What I liked

I liked the coaching that I received.

What I wish was different

I wish I was able to have an extended internship.

Advice

It is important to ask questions and show up on time.

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Tax Intern

June - August 2019 • Denver, CO

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Network with as many people as you can and find out as much about the different areas within your line of service as possible.

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Industry Tax Practice Intern

June - August 2019 • Boston, MA

What I liked

Great people with a lot of exposure to new concepts that we’re not necessarily part of my academic classes.

What I wish was different

The commute took a toll on me throughout the course of the summer but the close you live to the city, the better it is.

Advice

Try to connect and meet with as many people as you can to make sure you make the most of it. There are very intelligent people at the firm that can help you throughout your professional career.

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Risk Assurance Intern

June - August 2019 • Milwaukee, WI

What I liked

I loved the people I worked with, they were always willing to help. They taught me so much over the three month internship. Additionally, the feedback segments were really important for my own personal development. I first had to summarize the tasks I completed, which were then reviewed and graded by an Associate I was working with, and finally they were sent to my career coach. My career coach would then have a sit-down meeting with me where we would discuss how I was doing and what I can do to be better. I think PwC has a strong belief of continuous improvement, and that is something I love. There is always more learning and more skills that you can add to become a better individual.

What I wish was different

I wish it could have been longer! I am very excited and grateful to receive a full-time offer (which I accepted). I can't wait to be a part of the team.

Advice

Be ready to learn and make mistakes! Don't feel like you can't ask questions, every single person is available and willing to help. No question is a dumb question, it is dumb to not ask any questions.

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June - July 2019 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

The associates at PwC were very kind and helpful. I learned so much throughout my time there and grew immensely over the course of two months. I also really enjoyed training as we got the opportunity to go to Atlanta! During the trip, we enhanced our professional skills and also grew as individuals.

What I wish was different

I wish it could’ve been longer because I truly enjoyed my time there.

Advice

My advice is to anyone going to PwC to be ready to learn and soak up as much information as possible. Also, to be ready for personal and professional growth because you will receive a lot of that!

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Accounting Intern

June - August 2019 • Kansas City, MO

What I liked

I enjoyed the atmosphere and culture of the office. Everyone had a welcoming presence and there were plenty of activities that we attended as interns that helped us get to know the people within the firm and create relationships with our peers. Although there was not a lot of work for us tax interns to do, I would say that I had a great experience and was able to have to chance to come back next summer to pursue an audit internship.

What I wish was different

One thing that I wish would have been different, which may sound silly, is that they provided parking for us. Us interns had to pay for our own parking downtown and it was a process trying to find the cheapest parking around. Every dollar counts!

Advice

One piece of advice that I would share about my experience would be to ask questions. No question is a dumb question. These people do not expect you to know everything and the more questions you ask to more the more interested you come off.

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Accounting Intern

June - July 2019 • Stamford, CT

What I liked

I loved the people I got to network with and the relationships I made. I also learned about and got to use important software like Tableau and Alteryx.

What I wish was different

I wish it was longer than just 6 weeks.

Advice

Going into an internship with an open mind and positive outlook can make all the difference.

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Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory intern

June - August 2019 • New York City, NY

What I liked

The people and the variety of projects I was exposed to!

What I wish was different

The staffing model for my summer

Advice

Be proactive and put yourself out there.

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Accounting Intern

June - August 2019 • Rochester, NY

What I liked

This internship was amazing. I was able to shadow in tax and audit to get a feel for the type of work I could be doing in the future. I also made many connections and relationships with the people at the firm including seniors and partners.

What I wish was different

I wish this internship was longer. Also there was some down time during the internship where I wish there could have been more hands on work to do.

Advice

One piece of advice I would share about this experience is being an intern, you are learning so many things so I would make sure to ask many questions. Also don’t forget to network and make connections with seniors and others so they will remember you and you can leave a lasting impression.

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Tax Intern

June - August 2019 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

I loved the atmosphere and the people. The work I was doing felt like I was making an impact for clients.

What I wish was different

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Advice

It is important to seek out different opportunities throughout the duration of your internship. It truly does make for an amazing internship experience.

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Core Assurance Intern

June - August 2019 • Seattle, WA

What I liked

I enjoyed having the opportunity to be working on projects with other current employees and with clients and developing a skill set that will help me stand out and continue my progress as I continue to move forward with my education and in my career. I was also able to work with a lot of great people which was really fun and a great way to expand my network while making new friends.

What I wish was different

I wish I would have been able to experience work with more clients to get a full range of experience and how to adapt what you are doing to various clients.

Advice

Don't be afraid to ask questions, it's normal and expected. If you aren't asking questions, people will think something is wrong. I would advise that you do spend a bit of time to make sure you understand what you are supposed to do and try a few things out to show that you are willing to learn and try to find solutions to problems on your own (being proactive) before asking for help.

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June - July 2019 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

The on-the-job training really helped me prepare for upcoming assignments. There was an abundance of help available throughout the summer, new experiences to gain, and plenty of networking opportunities.

What I wish was different

Advice

I would be sure to reach out if you need anything and to be proactive. Whether it is help on assignments, experiences you wish to gain, or even just wanting to meet more people! Your internship gives you the opportunity to take initiative and stand out among your peers in ways that will exponentially increase your chances of receiving a full time offer.

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