Nearly 400 applicants for PwC female partner shadowing scheme
30 March 2012
Accountants PwC have seen nearly 400 applications for a scheme whereby female undergraduates will join the firm for one week this summer, as part of a drive to promote the accountancy profession amongst women.
Fri, 3 Feb 2012
Accountants PwC have seen nearly 400 applications for a scheme whereby female undergraduates will join the firm for one week this summer, as part of a drive to promote the accountancy profession amongst women.
Undergraduates on the scheme will shadow a female partner or director for a week, with position available across the firm’s tax, consulting and audit business to candidates with over 300 UCAS points who are on course for a 2:1 in any degree subject.Students impressing during their week will be offered an interview with a view towards returning as an intern or full-time graduate trainee.
Gaenor Bagley, PwC head of people says: “We’re really proud to have a high number of women in leadership positions at PwC and we think it’s right to share our expertise with talented students to help them reach their potential.
“The decisions you make about your career are some of the toughest you face. By taking part in a shadowing scheme students can get some great first-hand experience and insights.”
Accountants PwC have seen nearly 400 applications for a scheme whereby female undergraduates will join the firm for one week this summer, as part of a drive to promote the accountancy profession amongst women.
Undergraduates on the scheme will shadow a female partner or director for a week, with position available across the firm’s tax, consulting and audit business to candidates with over 300 UCAS points who are on course for a 2:1 in any degree subject.Students impressing during their week will be offered an interview with a view towards returning as an intern or full-time graduate trainee.
Gaenor Bagley, PwC head of people says: “We’re really proud to have a high number of women in leadership positions at PwC and we think it’s right to share our expertise with talented students to help them reach their potential.
“The decisions you make about your career are some of the toughest you face. By taking part in a shadowing scheme students can get some great first-hand experience and insights.”
