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5 Steps To Securing a Consulting Internship

Tom Spencer

Spend some time perfecting your CV and cover letter. Research what each firm is looking for in a candidate and adjust your CV and cover letter to match that profile. If you’re not as confident though, then it should definitely not stop you from getting your internship! Practice aptitude tests before taking them.

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Student consulting – it does more than deliver

Tom Spencer

This was definitely the case for me. Some of the more competitive student consultancies have formal application processes, including a cover letter and case study interview, which mimics the application process of professional consulting firms.

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How to Apply for a New Job After You’ve Been Fired

Harvard Business

It’s unwise to omit your previous job from your CV and cover letter because you “don’t want to leave a gap” in your employment, says Lees. ” Your cover letter needn’t dwell on your prior job either, according to Fernández-Aráoz. In writing, focus on the positive.