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Registration deadline:  02/02/2026
The PwC First Generation Award Undergraduate of the Year is an award that recognises and celebrates the achievements of students who are the first in their family to attend university. The award is open to students from any degree discipline who demonstrate certain skills and qualities such as self-motivation, proactivity, diversity, teamwork, communication and resilience.

What makes an Award winner?

A winner for the first generation award is someone who has shown resilience, determination and excellence in their journey to third level education. A winner is someone who has overcome the challenges and barriers that come with being the first in their family to pursue higher education. A winner is someone who has not only achieved their own goals, but also inspired and supported others along the way.

What could you win?

A place on one of PwC’s undergraduate programmes depending on your year of studies.  You will take time getting to know more about the work we do and the value we add to our clients’ businesses as you explore our lines of service offerings—Assurance, Consulting, Deals and Tax. Our undergraduate programmes are all about you and figuring out what you want. You will develop valuable business skills, discover where your strengths and interests lie, and have the opportunity to ask questions about a future with us. You will also hear from people of all levels and backgrounds and get an insight into the diverse range of fulfilling careers on offer at PwC Ireland.

‍About our Partner

At PwC, Social Inclusion encapsulates our goal to support, champion and foster societal equity for all. By supporting equitable opportunities for every person in society regardless of their identity, we believe we can play a role in reducing systemic societal inequalities. This is our third year participating, and we have had the privilege of engaging with and supporting some fantastic students. We look forward to meeting the 2026 candidates and learning more about them.

To find out more, click here.

PwC Republic of Ireland

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PwC Republic of Ireland

From your very first day at PwC, your unique perspective will make a  difference to some of the world’s biggest brands and make a lasting impact  on our clients’ success. You’ll learn from the most influential people in the  professional services industry and you’ll make friends for life. 

Who can apply?

To enter, you must:

  • Be first generation in family to attend University
  • Be on track for a 2.1
  • Be in first or second year of an undergraduate course
  • Have the right to work in the EU after graduation
  • The award is open to students from all universities and degree disciplines

The First Generation Undergraduate of the Year Award 2026

02 February 2026
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