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How to switch from an engineering to a consulting career?

engineer enter consulting

Most recent answer on Aug 06, 2022

gave the best answer on Aug 01, 2022

Hi there, You need to remember that this is a numbers game. You can have the best resume + cover letter in the world and still get rejected. Even the best application doesn't have a 100% chance of getting accepted. That ... (read entire answer)

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Electrical Engineer wanting to get into Management Consulting

Advice Bain & Company Boston Consulting Group career advice Change Career engineer Engineering and Management Consulting management consulting McKinsey & Company

Most recent answer on Oct 11, 2021

gave the best answer on Oct 09, 2021

Hi there,Let me answer your questions (and clarify a few things you didn't ask but you realy need to know), and then let me give you a bit of additional advice.Q0: “I’m hoping to get into a mid-level role as an experien ... (read entire answer)

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From engineering to strategic consulting, but still no clear view on tangible daily duties of a management consultant?

Application engineer MBB PhDtoConsulting rejection

Most recent answer on Aug 27, 2019

Anonymous gave the best answer on Aug 27, 2019

Hi G, I have a BSc and MSc in Mechanical Engineering and after 1 year working in the field, I got fed up and switched to McKinsey: one of the best decisions in my life. I was too much fact-based and rational in my c ... (read entire answer)

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