Can you briefly introduce yourself?
I am 25 years old and I was born and raised in Breda. After secondary school, I moved to Utrecht for my bachelor's degree. I lived here for five years and then I moved to Amsterdam for my master's degree. I have been living in here for two years now together with two friends in a nice flat on the third floor in Amsterdam Zuid.
“By getting in touch with the different tech teams, you can orient yourself on what you really want.”
What is your (study) background?
My educational background is somewhat different from that of the other trainees. I completed the bachelor in Law at the University of Amsterdam and after that the master International Technology Law at the VU of Amsterdam. This is a master's programme that focuses on law, ethics, digitisation, innovation and the intellectual challenges and issues that arise from these.
Why did you specifically choose this traineeship? And what do you expect from this traineeship?
I chose this traineeship because it is a perfect way to develop yourself at the start of your career. By getting in touch with the different tech teams, you can orient yourself on what you really want. In addition, you immediately get to know many people during the various rotations so you straight away find your place within the PwC organisation. I expect from this traineeship that I will develop myself further on a social as well as a professional level. Because you are part of the digital transition, you can really make an impact. By developing myself further as a technology consultant, that impact can only increase. In addition, I expect to create a basis and find the direction for the further course of my career.
How did you experience the introduction week?
The variety of training and team building activities provided the perfect mix to get to know the organisation and the people. One of the activities was herding sheep; a great teambuilding activity because you have to work together very well. We also had several trainings and worked in groups on a case that you had to pitch at the end of the day. It was really nice to see how everyone came up with different innovative ideas. In the evening, the bar opened and there was room for relaxation with, among others, a pub quiz. In short, an enormously fun week!
“During the various rotations you immediately get to know many people so you straight away find your place within the PwC organisation.”
How do you experience the trainee group?
The trainee group is really a close and diverse group. Because we spend so much time together, you get to know everyone very well and you know exactly what you can expect from each other. This started immediately during the introduction week and has only grown since. We organise a lot of activities together; from dinners to ping-pong to karaoke nights. It is also nice to start your first weeks together with a large group. It can be exciting for a new employee to start in a large organisation. However, being part of a group, for whom everything is new as well, takes away this tension completely. There is always a trainee you can go and have a coffee with to catch up on things.
Who are you in your spare time?
In my spare time I like to do sports. Football, padel, golf and much more. I also like to spend time with friends. Grab a terrace, go to a party or to the movies. Holidays are also a must, with Italy as my absolute favorite.
What is still on your bucket list?
I would like to go to Lapland one day and see the Northern Lights.
What do you think makes PwC stand out as an employer?
What makes PwC special is its people. There's a very open culture and I've felt at home here since day one. Everyone is genuinely interested and listens to you. Communication is being encouraged. PwC is also a professional organisation where hard work and celebrating successes go hand in hand. This creates a working atmosphere that makes PwC unique.
“Because you are part of the digital transition, you can really make an impact.”
Is there room for personal growth/development at PwC?
Within PwC, there is certainly room for personal growth. When you start work, you are immediately assigned a mentor and career coach. They will help you with any questions, comments and problems you may have. The career coach will also guide you in your development.
What would you like to say to future colleagues/trainees?
Have fun in your work and make the most of the opportunities you are given!
“What makes PwC special is its people.”
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