The Best Internships Before Consulting: A LinkedIn Analysis of What Consultants Did

Experience is of the utmost importance for consulting professionals. And while internships are not the only way to gain work experience, they tend to be the most accessible option for undergraduate students who want the hands-on training firms are seeking in applicants.

However, not all internships are created equal. Students must choose a position that aligns with their interests, academics, and, most importantly, professional goals. But which one is best? You may be inclined to commit to any position in a large firm, but what if you receive multiple offers? Is it possible to get a top consulting job after graduation without having completed an internship?

The Best Extracurriculars for Consulting: An Analysis of LinkedIn Profiles

Setting the foundation for a career in consulting begins long before your first position at a firm.

But not every extracurricular makes sense for a future consultant. While there are many activities to choose from, you want to dedicate your time to the one or two that resonate the most with admissions offices and recruiters. Which ones? It’s easy to say “the one you feel like doing,” but what if you are open to many things? Are some activities objectively better than others?

Elite CollegesBeaconJune 8, 2021ivy league, linkedin, consulting internships, consulting jobs

Finding Aerospace and Aviation Internships in a Post-pandemic World

For university students and undergraduates who are jumping into the world of aviation and aerospace, an internship is often a big part of being ready to start a career in the field. The good thing about aerospace and aviation is that they’re so vast and long-term oriented that the career opportunities in them will be there for those determined to find them. This is regardless of subfield within aviation, be it engineering, manufacturing, planning, and expansion, or another area.

internship strategyGuest UserFebruary 11, 2021consulting internships, aerospace, aviation, COVID-19

What It's Like To Work As An Intern On Management Consulting Projects

The world of a top-tier consulting firm can sometimes seem like a strange and challenging place. It’s a world populated almost entirely by those who are exceptionally talented, analytically capable, and determined to produce an excellent product for their team and clients. Being surrounded by people with such determination, discipline, and talent can certainly have a positive effect on you, but sometimes it can feel overwhelming, and the challenges seem insurmountable.

The 3 Pillars for Landing Consulting Internships

A critical element of looking ahead into the world of consulting internships in 2021 and 2022 is seeing how the firms will be looking at you. In the world of education, it might be easy to simply look at grades, assignments, and other convenient measurements of success and think that you’re a shoo-in. However, firms are going to look at accomplishments and skillsets with much more nuance than a typical classroom, even though grades do matter.

internship strategyBeaconDecember 26, 2020consulting internships, 2021, technical skills, work ethic, networking skills, GPA