Summer intern to full time

Hello,

Yes, typically Summer Interns position convert to Full Time positions as long as you haven't done anything significantly wrong during your internship.

Again, this varies by firm and by geography which in turn depends on their hiring needs. Some firms are more liberal than others - I have even seen many firms even roll out full-time job offers along with the internship job offers (i.e. before the start of the internship!).

All the best!

Rushabh

Hi there,

This is indeed an interesting question which is probably relevant for a lot of users, thus I am happy to provide my perspective on it:

• It is not uncommon for summer internships to lead to full-time positions within the same firm. In fact, many consulting firms use their summer internship programs as a way to identify and evaluate potential full-time hires. However, it's important to keep in mind that the outcome of a summer internship is not guaranteed, and it ultimately depends on the individual firm and the specific circumstances.
• In general, if you are interested in being considered for a full-time position after completing a summer internship, it's a good idea to make your interest known to the firm. You can do this by networking with people within the firm and building relationships, performing well during the internship, and expressing your interest in a full-time position during performance evaluations or other feedback sessions.
• In some cases, the firm may have a formal process in place for converting summer interns to full-time employees, in which case you may need to apply through the same channels as other candidates. In most cases, however, the firm may informally extend an offer to summer interns who have demonstrated strong performance and a good fit with the firm's culture.
• Overall, while there is no guarantee that a summer internship will lead to a full-time position, it is definitely a possible outcome and can be a valuable way to gain experience and make connections within the industry.

In case you want a more detailed discussion on what to do in your specific situation, please feel free to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen

Hi there, 

It depends on the firm. 

But with most firms and with most candidates, they extend the offer to a full time one. 

This makes a lot of sense. Usually the recruitment process for interns is very similar to the one for full time new joiners, so by having accepted you for an interview they already know that you are good. As long as you do a decent job during the internship and the company isn't navigating difficult times, then they're likely to extend your offer. 

Best,

Cristian

Hi there,

Q: Do summer intern positions often/ever lead to full time positions within the firm? Or do you have to apply to the general full job advert as everyone else?

In general internships have the potential to lead to the full-time role – they are an easy way for firms to check if a candidate fits the role.

To get the full-time offer you need to:

• Have a good performance
• Have the firm willing to hire (some firms currently are in a hiring freeze and may not hire that much)

Good luck!

Francesco

Hi there,

This is the exact point of summer internships…

It's your chance to prove yourself and convert to a FT offer. The majority of internships lead to FT offers. It lets them check if you're going to do well in the firm.

Hey there,

Yes, it is possible to convert a consulting internship into a full-time position. Many consulting firms offer internships as a way to introduce students to the consulting industry and give them the opportunity to gain practical experience. Think of it like an extended period of getting to know each other.

These internships often provide the opportunity to work on real projects and to learn from experienced consultants. If you perform well during your internship and align with the firm's values and culture, you may be offered a full-time position upon graduation. My purely anecdotal observation is that in MBB this happens in around 80% of the cases.

It's always a good idea to make a positive impression during your internship and to let your team (leadership and EM) know that you are interested in a full-time position early on, plus discuss it with the other members of the team so that they can guide you along the way.

Ask for regular feedback sessions to understand where you stand and course-correct early.

Networking with other consultants and attending firm events can also help to increase your chances of being offered a full-time position. The more people know you, the easier it gets.

Cheers,

Florian