Internship, Tax, Core Tax, Cardiff, Summer, 2025

PwC

Nov 2

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Accounting & Tax
Cardiff

Requirements

You’ll need to be in your penultimate year of an undergraduate or postgraduate degree; or you’ll need to be in your final year of an undergraduate degree with a one year postgraduate place confirmed; and you'll need to have achieved or be on track to pass an undergraduate degree or above in any subject. We determine whether you're on course to pass based on the grades you achieved in your last completed year of academic study.
To be eligible to be made an offer for a graduate role post this internship you must hold your own right to work in the UK which you will need to maintain for the duration of your employment.

Responsibilities

In Tax, you'll assist clients ranging from large organisations to budding entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals in managing tax risk, understanding obligations, and complying with complex legislation.
Your work will encompass a variety of tasks, including multinational advisory projects, mergers and acquisitions advice, tax compliance, and researching business issues affecting clients' tax affairs.
You’ll engage with clients on critical business matters, such as interpreting developments in case law, understanding the implications of expanding into new territories, or introducing new products.
Your role may involve working on purely UK-based activities or participating in global projects, improving internal processes, or contributing to mergers and acquisitions.
Our Core Tax graduate programme offers a comprehensive experience by rotating across our Direct and Indirect Tax teams during your first two years at PwC.
In your third year, you'll specialise in a specific area of our Tax practice.
In this team, you’ll help clients manage tax risk and navigate complex legislation.
Our clients range from FTSE 100 companies and global organisations to budding entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals, and family businesses.
In this practice, you could be involved in a variety of tasks, from advising on the VAT implications of UK activities to participating in global projects focused on supply chains.
You may also consider the impact of case law developments or advise on mergers and acquisitions.
Join us to learn about our business, build your networks, and work alongside specialists in your chosen area.
You’ll receive on-the-job training, preparing you for client projects and providing insight into our work and what matters to our clients, the economy, and the wider community.
Our internships are designed to launch your career, with the potential to join one of our Graduate Programmes based on your performance.
Graduate offers will be for the same office and business area where you completed your internship.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is a summer placement for the year 2025.

What kind of tasks will I be working on during the internship?

You will assist with tasks related to multinational advisory projects, mergers and acquisitions advice, tax compliance, and researching business issues affecting clients' tax affairs.

Who will I be working with during the internship?

You will collaborate with experienced professionals and specialists in your chosen area within PwC's Core Tax practice.

What will I gain from the internship?

You will gain invaluable insights into PwC's business and culture, receive on-the-job training, build your professional network, and have the potential to secure a graduate role based on your performance.

What are the eligibility requirements for this internship?

You need to be in your penultimate year of an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, or in your final year of an undergraduate degree with a confirmed one-year postgraduate place. You should also be on track to pass your degree.

When is the deadline to apply for the internship?

Applications may close early if a high volume of interest is received, so prompt application is recommended.

Is there an online test as part of the recruitment process?

Yes, after submitting your application, you will have seven days to complete an online test, which is the first stage of our recruitment process.

Can I secure a graduate role after completing this internship?

Yes, there is potential to join one of the Graduate Programmes based on your performance during the internship.

Do I need to have the right to work in the UK for this internship?

Yes, you must hold your own right to work in the UK, which you'll need to maintain for the duration of your employment, including any potential graduate role.

Will I be rotating through different teams during the internship?

Yes, the Core Tax graduate programme offers comprehensive experience by rotating across the Direct and Indirect Tax teams during your first two years.

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PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is one of the Big 4 accounting firms and a leading professional services organisation. PwC offers a broad range of services, including audit and assurance, tax consulting, advisory, and legal services. They work with clients across various industries, from multinational corporations to startups, providing insights, expertise, and solutions to help them address complex challenges and achieve their goals. PwC's ultimate mission is to build trust in society and solve important problems. They strive to enhance transparency, integrity, and accountability in financial reporting, while also supporting sustainable business practices and societal advancement. PwC's purpose is to contribute to creating trust and value for their clients, people, and wider stakeholders, driving confidence and fostering innovation in a rapidly changing world.

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