Company: PwC
Date: 2010-05-19
Overall rating: 1/5
Employment status: former

Knowledge not key here, having a SUCESSFUL partner in your pocket is....basically get in and out.
Pros: Pay ok but bonuses minimal.
Company is so big that usually no one notices when you're coming or going; lots of freedom if you know how to work the system.
Work is pretty easy and monotonous although hours are usually long.
Looks ok on your resume although does nothing for your actual technical skill set.
Cons: Promotions not given to most qualified.  LOTS of nepotism in the office, particularly NYC Advisory.
No respect given to your life outside the office (you have none!).
No work/life balance.
They don't particularly like it if you ask not to travel (basically puts a target on your head)--essentially NEVER say no to traveling extended periods of time, even if it requires significant personal sacrifices if you want to keep your job.
Learn how to sell business as a Senior Associate because you'll be expected to bring in clients at the manager level (how, I don't know since even Partners can't bring in work these days).
Learn very little tangible skills when you transfer outside of Big 4.  If you're planning on staying there long term, I guess it's fine.  But if you want a name only for resume purposes, 2-3 years MAX here.