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S9E20: How to Recruit Early for Consulting Through Early Recruiting Programs

Feb 17, 2023 · 12 min · Season 9 · Episode 20 · 9.3 MB
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The last few years have seen a proliferation of early recruiting programs by firms like MBB, Big 4, and top boutique consulting firms. 

These programs - i.e., Bridge to BCG, Bain BEL, Link to L.E.K., PwC Destination CPA - represent an opportunity for firms to expand their talent pipelines to reach more candidates from underrepresented backgrounds. 

But for candidates? If accepted, you dramatically increase your odds of later receiving an offer to join the firm in an intern or full-time capacity.

These programs target 4 candidate groups:

  • Advanced Degrees
  • Freshmen/sophomores from underrepresented groups
  • Non-U.S. candidates
  • Incoming first-year MBAs

In this episode, we share an overview of these programs, who they are for, application timelines, and how to set yourself apart in applications.

Make sure to read the articles below for more info on the each of these early recruiting programs.

Early Recruiting Program Links
Bridge programs (ADCs): Learn More
Pre-MBA programs (incoming 1Y MBAs): Learn More
Diversity internships (Freshman/sophomores from underrepresented groups): Learn More
Non-U.S. candidates: Learn More
Listen to S9E18 for more on bridge programs: Listen Now

Other Relevant Links
Apply to Link to L.E.K.: Apply Now
Sign up for Strategy Sprint (1-week virtual consulting project): Learn More/Apply 

Consulting Deadlines:

  • McKinsey, Bain, and BCG deadlines hit August 11 – 13 (and more are coming) – get interview-ready fast with Black Belt

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