Chances of getting a graduate job with the Big 4 or Top 10 accounting firms?

Hi guys. I'm studying accounting and finance and predicted a first.
Unfortunately I couldn't secure an internship over the summer so it looks like I won't have any relevant experience in accounting/finance. So what are my chances of getting a graduate job with the big 4 or the top 10 accounting firms?

Reply 1

grassntai

What university? A levels?

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Reply 2

Qazqaz

Studying at uni of liverpool, 300 ucas points 8 months work experience. I think i meet reuirements but dont think I'll get in because of no relevant experience.

Reply 3

Qazqaz

Thanks for the help. I've been planning to attend a lot of insight days but thats about it. I'll find part time work too hopefully.

How valuable is voluntary work experience?

Has there been anyone in the same situation as me and ended up getting a graduate job with the big 4 and if so, what did you do?

Reply 4

voiceofreason234

In my experience you can have little knowledge, experience, or desire, and still make it pretty far into the application process. If you want it even a little bit you'll get a place, it's hardly like they're high payers and swamped with top people applying for them. It's crap work for crap money.