Category: consulting recruiting

KPMG Embark Internship: Who Should Apply?

KPMG sponsors the KPMG Embark Scholars program, one of the most interesting internships in the consulting landscape today. In this article, we’ll take a close look at the KPMG Embark internship. We’ll tell you everything you need to know about what to expect from the KPMG Embark Scholars program, including responsibilities, benefits, and the qualifications…

Companies That are Actively Laying Off

Wondering which companies are laying off employees? The tech industry has been seeing a wave of layoffs, affecting well-known brands like Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, Netflix and Shopify. These layoffs are in response to worries about sluggish economic development, rising interest rates, and soaring inflation. So where should you not focus your recruiting efforts right now?…

Expedition EY: What, Who, & Why

Expedition EY is a program for freshmen and sophomores who identify as Black, Latinx, and Native American and want to learn about a career in consulting. The Expedition EY program is similar to other consulting firm’s diversity programs for freshmen and sophomores. However, the big distinction is the Expedition EY program is not a formal…

A Week in the Life of a BCG Consultant with Fangfei Yin

Fangfei Yin spent 4 years at BCG out of undergrad and is now in the process of getting an MBA at Stanford GSB. On the side, she helps aspiring consultants navigate the rigorous journey into the industry as a Management Consulted coach. In the episode, we discuss: Keys to standing out in the MBB recruiting…

Why Networking is Crucial in Consulting Recruiting (Podcast)

Today we're bringing you another consulting underdog story. This time, we chat with Taylor Robertson, a non-target school candidate who went from not even knowing what strategy consulting was to receiving a BCG offer in 2 months. His story is a masterclass in what can happen when you pair smart strategy with dogged determination. He shares…

Pranav’s Journey From Bain To B-School to BCG (Podcast)

In this episode, we interview Pranav Aggarwal who brings a unique perspective to the table having worked for both Bain and BCG. Pranav shares: Why he left Bain (2:18) His decision-making framework for choosing an MBA program (3:41) Advice for internationals wanting to break into consulting in the U.S. (7:27) Differences between Bain and BCG…

Bain Partner Hernan Saenz on Performance Improvement (Podcast)

In this episode, we interview Hernan Saenz, Global Head of Bain's Performance Improvement practice. Hernan - with 25 years of experience at Bain - shares what businesses need to do to succeed in turbulent economic waters. He also shares why he has stayed with Bain for 2+ decades, about the Latinx at Bain affinity group,…

Stax Boston Senior Managing Director Interview – Paul Edwards

Never heard of Stax? That changes today. We got the chance to sit down with Stax Boston Senior Managing Director Paul Edwards to discuss the firm and Paul's career journey. Paul leads the Stax Boston office and the firm's private equity practice. In the interview (read below), you'll find out why he joined Stax, why…

Cognizant Consulting, the Consultancy Bridging Business and Tech (Podcast)

In this episode, we're bringing you a fast-paced conversation with Michael Valocchi, SVP & Head of Cognizant Consulting and Americas Strategy. In it, we take a deep-dive into all things Cognizant Consulting, including: Type of work the firm performs Industry and practice focuses How Cognizant Consulting works with clients What sets the firm apart in…

The Backbone of Palm Tree: Culture, Values, and Recruiting (Podcast)

We've been hearing a lot about the work and culture at M&A advisory firm Palm Tree. Today, we're taking a step back to learn about the "secret sauce" that has made the firm so successful. Joining us are Co-founder/MD Dave Wolinsky and Chief of Staff Dieema Wheaton to share Palm Tree's core values and how…