Hi Anonymous A,
thank you for asking your question on our Consulting Q&A!
In case you haven’t seen it, I found this old thread that might be interesting for you before you start your internship. It is about what you will learn during your consulting internship.
Our expert Dolf mentions the following:
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Solving complex problems and structuring uncertainty
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Working with a highly capable, small team and learn to achieve high output in short time
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Understand typical problems large corporate clients face in today's environment; get involved in high-stakes topcis/projects/decisions (as opposed to joing large companies in line functions)
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Getting to know how decisions are made in big companies and how they work
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Build technical skills: Building models, developing and structuring top-management presentations, presentation skills
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Learn fast by continuously iterating through new projects in new teams, and getting instant feedback from team members
Francesco adds:
Time management:
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Learn how to deliver results respecting deadlines, cutting unnecessary details
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Understand how to estimate what you could actually achieve given the deadline you have
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Learn how to define appropriate work-life balance
C-level interaction:
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Understand how to participate (although not interacting directly) in management meetings of billion-dollar-companies with the right attitude
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Learn how to interact with people with a lot more years of experience that you have with the right attitude
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Understand company cultures and values and adapt to them
New skills:
Team working and communication:
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Learn how to communicate with a superior and with peers
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Develop listening skills and ability to double check your own analysis
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Understand how to use your point of strengths to help your team to achieve the best possible results
Elias makes sure not to forget:
- See if the consulting life with its constant travels, high pace and often grueling hours is the right thing for you
I hope this helps!
I wish you a great start for your internship!
Astrid
PrepLounge Community Management

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