Entry-level Positions for Aspiring Media Consultants
Entry-level consulting roles are typically titled "associate consultant" or "analyst," requiring transferable skills like "communication skills, presentation skills, [and] client-facing work experience." Competitive applicants understand the recruiting timeline, which begins in August and involves networking with recruiters and alumni before winter application deadlines.
Communication Skills, Networking, Entry-Level Positions, Consulting Industry, Career Timeline
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
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Aisha Han
Consultant
Media Consulting Company
Carnegie Mellon University
MBA
Economics, International Relations & Affairs
Arts, Entertainment & Media, Consulting & Related Professional Services
Consulting
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Immigrant
Video Highlights
1. Entry-level positions are often titled as Associate Consultant or Analyst.
2. Prior work experience demonstrating transferable skills like communication, presentation, and client interaction is highly valuable.
3. Consulting recruiting timelines typically begin in August, with applications due in winter. Networking and early engagement are crucial for competitiveness.
Transcript
What entry-level positions are there in this field that an undergraduate college student might consider?
A standardized process exists for recruiting entry-level positions. While the title may vary from firm to firm, it's generally associate consultant or analyst. For an undergraduate college student, it's important to have previous work experience.
The skills learned from that experience should be transferable to consulting. Imagine the skills needed: communication, presentation, and client-facing experience. Any of these would make you more competitive when applying.
It's also important to be aware of the timeline for consulting recruiting. It's similar to investment banking, as it starts in August when the school year begins. The networking and application process continues through the winter.
Winter is when all applications are due. However, the period before that is quite important. Knowing the recruiters and alumni who speak to students and prospective candidates can help you stand out.
I feel like it gets more and more competitive every year. So, doing whatever you can to get into the field would be a great advantage.