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Do firms take Masters (MPhil) students for summer internships

Bain & Company BCG Big 4 consulting Master Summer Internship

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Anonymous A asked 2 hours ago

I have an offer to undertake a 2 year Masters, and there is also the value of being able to connect with recruiters on campus. However, do many firms (especially the big 4) take on interns on Masters programmes, or only ... (read entire question)

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Where should I look for last minute summer internships if I want to go into MBB?

Bain & Company BCG MBB McKinsey strategy consulting Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Apr 22, 2024

Krithika

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Top-tier Life Sciences Case Interview Coach| MBA2026 LBS Admit | Consulting Expert

Krithika

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gave the best answer on Apr 16, 2024

Top-tier Life Sciences Case Interview Coach| MBA2026 LBS Admit | Consulting Expert

Hey there, I'm really sorry to hear about your recent setbacks. It can be tough, but hang in there. These bumps in the road are just part of the journey. When it comes to exploring alternative paths, boutique consultanc ... (read entire answer)

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Interest in Undergraduate MBB internships in Middle East

Bain & Company BCG MBB midde east Middle East Oliver Wyman Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Apr 09, 2024

Hani

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Associate and All-star Interviewer at OW | Ex-S& | 5+ years in the Middle East |300+ Interviews | INSEAD MBA

Hani

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gave the best answer on Jun 15, 2022

Associate and All-star Interviewer at OW | Ex-S& | 5+ years in the Middle East |300+ Interviews | INSEAD MBA

Hi there, Your profile is very interesting and I have no doubt you should pass the interview screening. As for the application process, it is the same as anywhere else in the world you will have 3-4 case interviews no ... (read entire answer)

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I got referral from a partner in Boston. Will it still work if I apply to HK office?

first round interview Hong Kong MBB office preferences Referral Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Apr 05, 2024

Dennis

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Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe

Dennis

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gave the best answer on Apr 05, 2024

Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe

Hi there, A referral is just a door opener such that the recruiting team will look through your application more thoroughly. Depending on the seniority, tenure and advocacy of the person referring you, you have a better ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 05, 2024 on Apr 05, 2024
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Rejected from McKinsey Sophomore Summer Business Analyst, Can I apply for Junior Summer?

McKinsey Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Mar 04, 2024

gave the best answer on Mar 03, 2024

Yes you can! Basically, each year (each role) is a new one! Make sure you've addressed any weaknesses in your prior application (resume, networking, referral, cover letter, consulting-related experience, etc.). Good lu ... (read entire answer)

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on Mar 04, 2024 on Mar 04, 2024
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What to do after a terrible interview?

Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024

gave the best answer on Feb 14, 2024

Move on and move forward. First, I'm sorry. That is absolutely frustrating and hard to handle - not easy by any means. Now, let's do something about it. Apply to more internships. That was not the last possible one. You ... (read entire answer)

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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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Is it a red flag if a company says they only do one round of interviews?

Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024

Sascha

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Accenture | Digital Strategist | Empathic Case & Career Coach | Personalized sessions & training

Sascha

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gave the best answer on Feb 15, 2024

Accenture | Digital Strategist | Empathic Case & Career Coach | Personalized sessions & training

Hey there 👋 Nope not a red flag! Hiring processes are very cost intensive and a lot of companies try to streamline and cut costs. The benefit of a lot more rounds of interviews is very marginal compared to a “trial phas ... (read entire answer)

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Follow up email after internship final round

Final Round internship MBB Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Feb 28, 2024

Florian

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Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets

Florian

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gave the best answer on Feb 27, 2024

Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets

Hi there, In the current environment, I'd wait 2 weeks before following up. Most candidates' decisions are a bit slower and delayed at the moment, some even wait between interview rounds for weeks or months. The only ex ... (read entire answer)

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Delayed Start Date

BCG Summer Internship

Question edited on Dec 01, 2023

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Nov 10, 2023

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Hi! It will have no effect. Basically, reviews are typically twice per year (for MBB across most offices). Promotion decisions are based on your tenure and performance. Tenure means in this case the number of months s ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 01, 2023 on Dec 01, 2023
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BCG Summer Internship - McK Co-Op

BCG McKinsey Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Nov 30, 2023

ALEXANDRE

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FREE INTRO I exMcKinsey EM I exKearney consultant I High Success Rate I Official Coach for HEC (160 coachees in 2022/23)

ALEXANDRE

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gave the best answer on Nov 30, 2023

FREE INTRO I exMcKinsey EM I exKearney consultant I High Success Rate I Official Coach for HEC (160 coachees in 2022/23)

Hi, Accepting both is I think a great opportunity. Go for it, it will open more choices in the future for you. Cheers

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MBB Southeast Asia or Tier 2 US consulting

Australia level London MBB Middle East South east asia Summer Internship tier1 tier2

Most recent answer on Oct 11, 2023

Andi

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BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires

Andi

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gave the best answer on Mar 22, 2022

BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires

Hi there, Congrats also from my end! Indeed a nice problem to have! Like the other coaches, I'd also argue going with the MBB offer might be a better choice Brand: MBB brand is just significantly stronger and all these ... (read entire answer)

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Consulting Internships in Middle-East

ATKearney consulting MBB Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Sep 25, 2023

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Sep 24, 2023

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Hi there, Q: I am trying to break into consulting in the Middle East. How do you suggest, I can maximize my profile. Also, do referrals help in the internship stage? If so, how do I network in this case. If you want to ... (read entire answer)

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Do you have a question for our consulting experts, too?

Need to choose an internship offer between two choices.

Advice career advice Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Jul 31, 2023

Hagen

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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years

Hagen

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gave the best answer on Apr 21, 2023

#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the internship offers! I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: First of all, and contrary to ... (read entire answer)

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One MBB to another for full-time?

Bain BCG full-time MBB McKinsey recruiting Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Apr 18, 2023

Matteo

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McKinsey & Company | Currently offering 1 free coaching session| Happy to PARTNER with you to get an offer from MBB

Matteo

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gave the best answer on Apr 18, 2023

McKinsey & Company | Currently offering 1 free coaching session| Happy to PARTNER with you to get an offer from MBB

Hello Dear, First of all big congratulations for your offer. In my opinion it is not worth but following my specific answers to your questions: 1) Is it worth my time to re-recruit for the other two full-time for suc ... (read entire answer)

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Timeline for a summer MBA internship at MBB

MBA MBB Summer Internship timeline

Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Mar 17, 2023

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, Needless to say, it depends on the actual length and the projects they have going on in that project, but June-July is your best bet as a starting period. They are usually quite flexible in terms of adjustin ... (read entire answer)

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Bain internship Housing

Bain & Company Bain middle east Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Mar 11, 2023

Hagen

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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years

Hagen

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gave the best answer on Mar 11, 2023

#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years

Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the internship offer from Bain! I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: First of all, and con ... (read entire answer)

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How to Best Position Myself for MBB Internship?

Asia BCG Boston Consulting Group Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Feb 13, 2023

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Feb 13, 2023

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, What a great question! I've written two articles on PrepLounge that address exactly how to be an effective consultant when you get started. Try to implement that advice and that should put you in the top quar ... (read entire answer)

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job offer rejection

help HR internship job Job interview needhelp Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Jan 02, 2023

gave the best answer on Dec 30, 2022

Hi there, I see no downside risk here at all! I think you should indeed give her a call and explain the new situation. Make sure that she understands you truly want to work at the firm and are not changing your mind for ... (read entire answer)

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can a company take back a verbal offer?

accounting Finance financial accounting internship job Job offer jobs summer intern Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Dec 30, 2022

gave the best answer on Dec 30, 2022

Hello, Here are my thoughts: 1) Any well-known firm will avoid as much as possible to take back any offers they have rolled out to avoid reputational damage 2) Having said that, given the incoming recession this year, t ... (read entire answer)

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EY Summer Application (Business Consulting)

Ernst & Young Summer Internship

Most recent answer on Dec 19, 2022

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Dec 19, 2022

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, That's quite strange. It doesn't happen often. It's good news though that you had a good result and a clear sign that they're interested in keeping you. Reach back to the recruiter (perhaps call if you have ... (read entire answer)

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