PWP Early Careers
Our model enables all of our Interns and Graduates to gain broad experience across a variety of products and industry sectors.
The PWP Difference
Our intern and graduate programmes aren't like others in the industry. At just 13 years old, PWP is a still-young firm; working with our team gives you the opportunity to help build a brand and scale a business while providing high-end advisory services to some of the most innovative and prestigious companies around the world.
Our business is designed for you to have direct access to seniors - working on transformational transactions with high client exposure and responsibility. The learning curve is steep and we’re committed to excellence, from top to bottom.
Unlike working at a large firm, you’ll never be another cog in the wheel. What do we need from you? An entrepreneurial mindset.
* Applications for the Corporate Advisory Intern and Graduate Analyst programmes for 2020 are now closed. Please keep an eye on this website from July onwards for information regarding 2021 recruitment.
You can still find application links to apply for 2020 Off Cycle opportunities and our Women's Advisory Prep Programme below.
Your Internship and Beyond
Our relentless commitment to excellence means that we only hire the best of the best – and when we find it, we don’t let it go easily. If you’re a brilliant thinker and exceptional communicator, the chances are good that we’ll make you a full-time offer at the end of your internship. In fact, more than half of PWP Interns convert to Graduate Analysts after university.
Our Firm is constantly evolving, and we want you to grow with us. With the right attitude, intelligence, passion for change and commitment to world-class client service, there’s no stopping what you can achieve.
The PWP Graduate Analyst Programme
Graduate Analysts who join our advisory platform have a truly distinctive experience. PWP offers an entrepreneurial culture where Analysts interact with senior advisors and clients, and make meaningful contributions from the start to high profile, complex engagements and transactions.
After joining, new Graduate Analysts participate in a global four-week training programme in New York, which provides you with the essential tools and a solid foundation, to not only do your role well but excel at it. Our apprenticeship model encourages you to observe and comprehend the nuances of each transaction, and Graduate Analysts are expected to take on an outsized level of responsibility from the outset.
While you need to demonstrate a thorough grasp of financial concepts, what's even more important is a high degree of intellectual curiosity, a strong work ethic, and a positive and collaborative attitude.
Off Cycle Internships
Our January and July Off Cycle internships will give you the opportunity to work as a valued member of a sector/deal team from day one. During the six months you spend with PWP, you will receive on-the-job training and guidance and contribute to providing a broad range of advisory services to the Firm’s clients.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 31 January 2020 at 23:59
Women's Advisory Prep Programme 1-3 April
Our Women’s Advisory Prep Programme provides a collaborative environment where you’ll acquire the skills, knowledge and network to prepare you for your professional pursuits in investment banking.
In this two and a half day workshop, you’ll hear from our leaders, participate in training sessions, panel discussions and network with firm representatives at all levels.
Apply today to build new relationships and position yourself for early consideration for the 2021 Corporate Advisory Internship in our London office.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 23 February 2020 at 23:59
The Process
Each year, we receive thousands of applications to our Intern and Graduate Programmes. We only hire those with the right PWP blend of intelligence, commercial thinking and personality.
We screen each application and provide a highly communicative and detailed process that ensures we hire the most talented individuals. Here’s what you can expect:
1. Your Application
Apply via the PWP portal
2. We Review Your CV
Your CV is reviewed by a member of our dedicated team
3. Telephone Interview
If successful, you will be advanced to a Telephone Interview where we spend time getting to know you and your background, understanding your interest in Corporate Finance Advisory and PWP
4. Interviews With Our Team
From here, successful candidates will be invited to complete a 1-hour face-to-face interview, where we will explore your motivations and technical skill-set in more detail
5. Assessment Day
Candidates invited to the Assessment Day will complete verbal and numerical tests. The AD will consist of a mixture of interviews and a case study (Sept – Oct)
6. Offers
If you’re lucky enough to make the final cut, congratulations and welcome to PWP! Once you've accepted, you’ll be in constant communication with our HR team to discuss the finer details before your start date