Consulting
Solve a company's hardest problems, then hand them a plan they can act on. Short, varied projects that teach you to think fast across industries.
Overview
Consulting firms are hired to solve a company's hardest problems. You join a small team, dig into a real business question, and hand over a plan the client can act on. Projects are short and varied, so you learn quickly across industries and functions.
Why they hire students
Firms hire early-careers talent for sharp thinking and fast learning, not years of experience. They train you to structure problems, work with data, and communicate clearly from day one.
Explore roles
5 paths into consulting. Open any role to walk it in full.
Economic Consultant
Use economics and data to answer legal and regulatory questions.
Recruitment
Most firms open in September and recruit on a rolling basis, so apply early.
Numerical, verbal, and situational judgement tests.
A mix of fit questions and a short case study.
Group case, written case, and a partner interview.
Decisions and start-date planning.
Key firms
The climb
How the career rises, rank by rank. The summit is at the top, so you can see the whole path before you commit.