Entry-Level Positions for Aspiring Big 4 Consultants
Jack from a Big 4 consulting firm suggests that entry-level opportunities are incredibly diverse, stating "if you can think of a degree, these companies probably hire somebody with that degree," and that relevant experience or passion can override degree specifics, making opportunities available even for those with unconventional backgrounds. Being able to "walk the walk the talk" is key, signaling that practical skills and demonstrable expertise are highly valued over a specific educational background.
Entry-Level Positions, Big 4 Consulting Firms, Diverse Degree Backgrounds, Internship Experience, Skill-Based Opportunities
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Jack Hirsch
Consultant
Big 4 Consulting Firm
Santa Clara University
Accounting
Consulting & Related Professional Services, Technology
Consulting
Honors Student
Video Highlights
1. Big consulting firms hire undergrads with a wide variety of degrees, including mechanical engineering, healthcare, psychology, finance, economics, and accounting.
2. Previous experience, such as internships, family work, shadowing, or personal passions, can significantly enhance your chances of being hired.
3. Even with a degree unrelated to a specific field, expertise in a high-demand area like AI can make you a strong candidate for entry-level positions at consulting firms.
Transcript
What entry-level positions are there in this field that undergraduates and graduate students might consider?
That's a good question. Luckily, these big consulting firms do hire undergrads. There are several positions you can go into, depending on your degree. Frankly, if you can think of a degree, these companies probably hire somebody with that degree.
Everything ranges from mechanical engineers to healthcare workers, to psychologists, to finance, econ, and accounting. Somehow, these firms hire everyone. Based on your degree, you will very likely have an option for an entry-level position.
Also, if you have previous experience, perhaps from an internship, working with family, shadowing, or something similar, or maybe it's just something you're passionate about, there's every reason and opportunity for these consulting firms to hire you.
For example, if you have a degree in philosophy but you're an AI guru, you could absolutely go and apply to an entry-level AI position at any of these companies. They would probably want to take you, frankly, if you can walk the talk. You are wanted.