Hey everyone, I just received an offer from EY Consulting – Finance and was wondering: 1) how is it perceived in terms of CV prestige, and 2) how do Tier 2 firms or even MBB view this kind of experience? I’m in my final undergraduate semester of studying International Business Management and would really appreciate any insights. Thanks a lot!
Hi there,
Congratulations on the offer! That is already great!
1) I wouldn’t say it has prestige, but it’s definitely a relevant name. I had several colleagues that worked in Big4 before McKinsey.
2) They will consider the brand, which is known, but more importantly, what you have done while you were there.
Big 4 transfers to consulting are common, and EY is a strong brand, so in general terms, you are in the right path. It would be better if you could stick at least 1 year in this role, to gather relevant experience.
While at EY, make sure to collect achievements that will be relevant for your consulting application. Focus on projects with high impact, solving problems and generating value. Happy to coach you on this endeavor if needed (DM me to receive my credentials if interested).
Good luck on your journey!!
Best,
Mari
Hello there,
Congrats on the offer. It's a solid step in the right direction.
I actually started out at a Big 4 myself before moving into MBB a bit later. So yes, it’s absolutely a viable path. Make the most of the role, build a clear impact story, and you’ll be well-positioned going forward.
Hi! First off, congrats on your offer, that’s a big win!
To answer your questions:
1. CV Prestige: EY is a globally recognised brand, and even though you’re in the Finance side of Consulting, it still carries weight. Many consultants at MBB started their careers at Big 4 firms, especially in advisory or strategy-adjacent roles (Infact, I started at Deloitte's Monitor and moved to McKinsey) What matters most is how you maximize the opportunity.
2. How it’s viewed by Tier 2 and MBB: It's a solid foundation. You’ll be gaining real consulting exposure and building strong financial acumen because both are highly transferable skills. If you can demonstrate impact, client exposure, and strategic thinking, you’ll be in a strong position for your next move.
My advice:
Happy to chat more or even help you map out a plan for pivoting into strategy consulting , just reach out.
Good luck, and enjoy the journey!
It has some recognition. It is a good brand name and you are learning modelling skills. However, there are bigger fishes in the pond...
Overall, nothing wrong with it. Make sure you have a great experience and are able to bring good stories out of that internship.
Hey there 😊
Congrats on the EY Consulting – Finance internship, that’s a great achievement already! 🎉
To your questions: Yes, an internship like this can absolutely be a good stepping stone toward Tier 2 firms (like OW, Strategy&, RB, Kearney) and even MBB with the right narrative. While it’s not a pure strategy role, it gives you brand-name experience, exposure to real client work, and helps build your consulting toolkit (Excel, PowerPoint, client communication, etc.) — all of which Tier 2 firms value a lot 🙌
To make the most of it, try to:
If you'd like, happy to support with CV/cover letter review or strategy to make the jump next 🌟
Best,
Alessa 😊
Hi there,
It's a good steppingstone and would be perceived very well.
However, there are some other factors to consider as well on top of that (your degree, uni, GPA, other internships, leadership experience, etc.).
Cheers,
Florian
