Entry-level Positions for Aspiring Partners at McDermott and Bull
For undergraduate students interested in entry-level positions, Michael, a Partner at McDermott + Bull, suggests targeting "research analyst" roles at larger firms, noting that internships can help secure these positions. Alternatively, starting at a contingent firm and transitioning to a retained search firm is another potential pathway.
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Michael Finegold
Partner
McDermott + Bull
Arizona State University (ASU) - W. P. Carey
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Communications
Consulting & Related Professional Services, Recruitment, HR & Related Professional Services
Sales and Client Management
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Video Highlights
1. Entry-level research analyst positions are available at most firms and are a common starting point for undergraduates.
2. Contingent recruiting firms offer alternative entry-level roles that can transition to retained search firms.
3. Internships can be valuable for securing entry-level positions in the field.
Transcript
Q10: Entry-level positions
What entry-level positions are there in this field that an undergraduate college student might consider?
I would look at being a research analyst. Most firms hire research analysts straight out of school. You could also start at a contingent firm, doing recruiting, and then switch over to a retained search firm like ours.
But the best path to take is to find the larger firms and get an entry-level research analyst role. They also have internships that you could do beforehand to get your foot in the door.
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