Learn about the stages your application will pass through, about our selection criteria for new hires, and what we value in our new colleagues. To determine the latter, we asked our clients and staff to tell us what makes people at PwC successful. We have based our core competencies on their answers:
Our selection process is based on these core competencies.
We see the application process as a convergence: As we learn more and more about each other, so we can find out if we're well matched. Only then can we successfully work towards common goals.
During the application process you will gain know-how about PwC which you have to keep confidential.
First you need to register online and upload your application documents. As soon as your application has been received you will receive an email from us.
Tips and tricks
The first impression counts. And you don’t get a second chance to make a first impression. Here are a few tips on how to do things right and make a good impression on us.
If your application meets our criteria, we will invite you to complete an online assessment. This will allow us to assess your personality and your skills.
The online assessment can be completed at home and takes around 90 minutes. Afterwards, a report containing a personal and confidential response will be sent to you.
Tips and tricks
A calm mind can work wonders. Here are some tips on how to make yourself feel at ease.
If you impress us with your CV or online assessment, a member of the recruitment team will give you a call for a short conversation so that we can get to know you a little better.
Tips and tricks
Now it’s time to meet each other in person!
Meeting PwC
Along with your interview date, we’ll also send you the link to our “Warm up” platform. On it you’ll find some information that we’ve put together on who we are and what sets us apart. This will give you a preview of your future area of work and is the best way to prepare for your first interview.
First interview: “WELLcome to PwC”
When you come to see us, we’ll be able to concentrate on you and your strengths, interests and experience, and we can also answer any questions you might have. We’ll also ask you some questions about the skill areas that are important for PwC and the job for which you’ve applied.
Tips and tricks
We’d like to find out more about you, and give you an idea of what life’s like at PwC. Here are a few tips on how to make a good impression.
You’ll find out even more about us during further interviews!
Interviews “Meet PwC”
Depending on your team you'll be invited to further interviews, the "Meet PwC".
During these interviews, we’ll both be able to clear up any last questions. These interviews will also help us to reach our final decision.
Meeting the team
This is also your opportunity (time constraints permitting) to meet your future team over a relaxed cup of coffee or lunch.
We will then inform you by telephone shortly after your second interview whether or not you got the job. If both parties agree, you will also receive your contract of employment
Tips and tricks
Our tips on how to approach WELLcome to PwC also apply to the Meet PwC interview. And don’t forget:
Once your contract of employment is signed, we’ll begin your integration into the team as soon as possible. Before your first day you’ll be given access to our New Joiner portal, which has lots of useful information, including what you can expect during your first few days with us.
Your first two days at work with us are known as your “Welcome Days”, when you will find out everything there is to know about PwC and your area of responsibility. In order to make your start as uncomplicated as possible, you’ll have a personal “buddy” by your side for the first months to help with any issues that might arise. You’ll also have a coach to support you in your personal and professional development.
Tips and tricks
We want to make joining as straightforward for you as possible. Here are some initial tips on how to make sure things run smoothly:
First you need to register online and upload your application documents. As soon as your application has been received you will receive an email from us.
Tips and tricks
The first impression counts. And you don’t get a second chance to make a first impression. Here are a few tips on how to do things right and make a good impression on us.
If your application fulfils our criteria, a member of the recruitment team will give you a call for a short conversation so that we can get to know you a little better.
Tips and tricks
If you make a good impression, we would love to meet you in person.
Meeting PwC
Along with your interview date, we’ll also send you the link to our “Warm up” platform. On it you’ll find some information that we’ve put together on who we are and what sets us apart. This will give you a preview of your future area of work and is the best way to prepare for your first interview.
First interview: “WELLcome to PwC”
At our first meeting, we’d like to tell you more about your future area of responsibility and get a first impression of you in person. Naturally, you’ll also have the opportunity to ask us a few questions – we believe it’s important that you have a clear picture of PwC and your role with us.
Tips and tricks
We’d like to find out more about you, and give you an idea of what life’s like at PwC. Here are a few tips on how to make a good impression.
After your first interview, you will complete an online assessment tailored to the position for which you have applied. This allows us to verify whether you have the skills and expertise we consider vital in our employees.
The online assessment can be completed at home and takes between 55 and 70 minutes depending on the job. Afterwards, a report containing a personal and confidential response will be sent to you. We will then contact you by telephone.
Tips and tricks
A calm mind can work wonders. Here are some tips on how to make yourself feel at ease.
You’ll find out even more about us at your second interview!
Second interview: “Meet PwC”
During your second interview, we’ll both be able to clear up any last questions. This interview will also help us to reach our final decision.
Meeting the team
This is also your opportunity (time constraints permitting) to meet your future team over a relaxed cup of coffee or lunch.
We will then inform you by telephone shortly after your second interview whether or not you got the job. If both parties agree, you will also receive your contract of employment.
Tips and tricks
Our tips on how to approach WELLcome to PwC also apply to the Meet PwC interview. And don’t forget:
Once we receive the signed contract of employment from you, things can get started right away – we want to get you integrated into the team as quickly as possible. Before your first day you’ll be given access to our New Joiner portal, where you’ll find lots of useful information. For example, you can find out what to expect during your first few days at PwC.
Your first two days at work with us are known as your “take-off days”, when you will find out everything there is to know about PwC and your area of responsibility. In order to make your start as uncomplicated as possible, you’ll have a personal “buddy” by your side for the first months to help with any issues that might arise. You’ll also have a coach to support you right from day one in your personal and professional development.
Tips and tricks
We want to make joining as straightforward for you as possible. Here are some initial tips on how to make sure things run smoothly:
Please apply in writing if you want to train with us. Your application should include:
Your future vocational trainer will look over your application together with our HR experts. Within five days we'll let you know if you have convinced us. If so, we'll invite you to a selection day.
For a successful training experience, it's essential that students and trainers are as closely matched as possible. So we allow plenty of time for our selection process. You'll meet with your vocational trainer and supervisor, and some other candidates, at your chosen location. There will be lots of time to get to know you better through conversations, small practice tasks, and over lunch. Afterwards, we'll give you open and honest feedback on what we have seen of you - and of course we'll want to know something about your impressions too.
A few days after the selection event we'll contact you by phone to confirm whether you are among PwC's August intake of new students.
If things worked out for you, you'll start at PwC with a two-day induction. On the first working day you'll meet in Bern with all the first-year apprentices. There, you'll learn all the important things about PwC Switzerland and your apprenticeship with us. On your second induction day, Swiss/German-speaking apprentices will go to Zurich, and French-speaking apprentices will go to Geneva. After these induction days you will then join the team in your first training department.
Tips and tricks
Your personal documents and data that you provide to us during the application process will be treated confidentially and according its intended purpose. You can access, change or delete your candidate profile at any time. Further information can be found in the privacy policy in our application tool and on the PwC Switzerland Privacy Statement page.