Finance Intern - Hiring Process

Question

How does the hiring process for a Finance Intern differ from that of typical consulting positions at BCG? Will there be case interviews? How do they check Excel competences?

Answer 1

Hi,

Focus: The Finance Intern hiring process at BCG is usually separate from consulting tracks and focuses more on technical and functional skills than case interviews.
Assessment content: Instead of full cases, expect competency-based interviews, possibly a technical assessment or Excel test, and questions on financial concepts, reporting, and data analysis.

In any case, I suggest checking with the recruiter - send them a kind email, asking for the interview agenda. Best of luck!

Answer 2

Hi,

The general process will be the same: Send in a CV, maybe a initial HR conversation/chat, then 2-4 rounds of interviews with various levels of leadership e.g. Manager then Directors in last interviews.

The difference will be in the content of the interview - you will be asked or tested on the technicalities of the function e.g Excel competency, modelling, data analysis etc.

I would reach out to HR to confirm what is expected in the process.

Good luck

Answer 3

First and foremost, ask the recruiter exactly this question.

They will give you the most up-to-date and granular answer. If it's not clear, then follow-up with them.

What's unclear based on your question is whether the Finance role is an internal one or it's a consultant role within the Finance practice? The recruitment process is going to vary significantly between the two.

Best,
Cristian