Flying Start Programme at PwC in Athens

We are a team that sees beyond the surface. We look for the forward-thinkers - precise, methodical and trusted to get it right when organizations depend on it most.

• Are you a 3rd and/or 4th year(TBC) student who wants to combine the academic studies with a flexible paid work experience?

• Do you want to be coached by top Assurance professionals and understand how the client's business works while being registered to the world-leading ACA qualification?

• If you answered ‘yes’, then the Flying Start Programme is right for you!

SHAPING TOMORROW

Make a real impact, today, and tomorrow, through work that matters. Here, you will tackle today’s toughest challenges with a future-focused mindset; so our clients turn to us first when it matters most.

What is the Flying Start Program?

• It is an established, accelerated programme that arises from the collaboration between PwC Greece and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)

• It gives the opportunity to 3rd and 4th year students to combine academic studies with work experience at PwC and achieve a faster career progression upon competition of the programme.

• It is an accelerated path towards achieving the world-leading ACA qualification through practical work experience, professional development and ethics

How it works?

• Paid internship during your academic studies

• Part-time schedule to facilitate your academic schedule per semester

• Flexibility to attend courses within your working day

• Time off during exams period

• An opportunity to continue your career at PwC Greece upon the programme's successful completion.

Make a real impact

• You combine your academic studies with a flexible paid work experience at PwC while the firm financially covers your registration at ICAEW

• You acquire the Chartered Accountant’s (ACA) professional qualification from ICAEW at an early age and efficiently

• You enter the workforce earlier, get prepared for future employment and accelerate your career growth. Seize the opportunity to collaborate and work with premier Core Audit teams in the Greek market, explore a variety of industries and career options within the assurance practice and contribute in strengthening trust and transparency with our clients

• You develop important technical and leadership skills through high scale projects, build confidence and create a professional network

• You will be coached by top professionals and understand how the client's business works

What you bring matters

• Students who enter the 3rd and/ or 4th year of studies in any of the following areas: Economics, Accounting and Finance, Business Administration, Banking or any other relevant field

• Exemptions for the ACA qualification based on the academic lessons will be considered as an asset

• Excellent academic records and courses on track

• Strong organizational and communication skills with a keen eye for detail

• Confident and positive attitude

• Very good digital skills and familiarity with technology

• Fluency in both Greek and English

BRING YOUR BEST, EVERYDAY

Your skills, integrity, and curiosity make the difference. At PwC Greece, we match that with an environment that brings out your best every day – supported by people who inspire, challenge, and grow with you.

What we offer goes beyond a competitive package. It’s about creating the conditions for you to learn, belong, and deliver impact. That means:

• Your work life-balance supported by a hybrid working model

• Your creativity sparked in collaborative office spaces

• Your career growing through local and global opportunities

• Your development advanced with continuous learning and professional certifications

• Your well-being cared for with extra leave days and wellness initiatives

• Your perspective valued in an inclusive team where your impact matters

Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? At PwC Greece, you lead by example. Our standards for quality and care are high – and together we surpass them. We redefine possibilities for our clients and communities.

What's next?

1. After your application, your CV will be screened

2. If your profile matches, you will receive the online assessments that measure your cognitive skills, behaviours, natural preferences and reasoning abilities.

3. The next stage is an online interview, to get to know you better, understand your path so far and your career aspirations. Also, you’ll have the chance to ask any questions you have regarding our firm and the programme.

4. The final step of our recruitment process consists of a group assessment and a final interview with the business team.

5. Successful candidates are expected to start in November 2026.

Applications deadline: 10.10.2026.

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All applicants will be acknowledged and treated in the strictest confidence.