Everything you need to know about hatching your career in consulting

1. Consulting Career Analysis:
Everything you need to know
about hatching your career in
Consulting
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2. What is TalentEgg?
TalentEgg.ca is Canada’s leading job board and online career
resource for students and recent graduates looking for career
hatching opportunities.
We work with hundreds of Canada’s top employers, and we’re
dedicated to helping students navigate the sometimes messy
school-to-work transition.
That’s why we created the Consulting Career Analysis – a
guide to help land your dream job in consulting.
So what are you waiting for? Get cracking!
Be sure to take advantage of the
Relevant Reads section on each
page. These additional resources
provide a ton of important info to
help you in your job search!
And keep your eyes peeled for tips and tricks on
the bottom of each page!

3. What is a Consultant?
Consultants are third-party analysts who examine information
in order to provide management, operations and technology
recommendations to help an organization improve its
performance.
You might be surprised to learn that you don’t have to be an
“expert” to become a consultant! Business, science,
technology and arts grads are frequently hired as entry level
consultants. It’s all about finding the right information,
analyzing it carefully and coming up with creative and effective
solutions.
Plus, you’ll receive a lot of training to bring you up to speed!
Entry level consultants typically receive mentorship and
coaching from more experienced colleagues and have very
early exposure to senior- and executive-level people –
including presidents and CEOs!
Ready to become a consultant? Flip the page to learn
how to impress employers...
Relevant Reads:
Introduction to management consulting
Checklist: 10 qualities of a great consultant
TalentEgg Tip: Bookmark TalentEgg’s Consulting
Career Guide for free consulting career resources

4. How to stand out to employers
If you don’t have a commerce background, find other ways to
demonstrate your business savvy on your resume.
While consulting employers are committed to training you to
become a great consultant, there are a few things they look for
in potential candidates:
• High overall GPA and excellent grades in relevant
courses.
• Work experience. Working any part-time job while
studying is impressive, but experience in a related field is
even better.
• Extra-curricular involvement (bonus points if it
demonstrates a business interest).
• Involvement in activities outside of school, such as
volunteering and sports teams.
Keep a lookout for opportunities to meet employers on
campus at information sessions and career fairs. Make an
impression by coming prepared with a short personal pitch
that focuses on the skills you have to offer and why you’re
interested in their company.
Relevant Reads:
Consulting career tips from Accenture
3 must haves for students and grads
considering consulting
TalentEgg Tip: Search for Consulting jobs on
TalentEgg!

5. Consulting resumes
Want to write a resume that will grab the attention of
consulting employers? Here are a few things to keep in mind:
• Showcase the excellent communication skills you’ve
developed through school and work experiences
• Assign a numerical value to your accomplishments
whenever possible
• Highlight leadership roles in and outside the classroom
• Demonstrate your problem solving abilities
• Make sure every sentence you write adds value to the
overall application
• Proofread and proofread again!
• Tailor your resume to each position you apply to
Click here for more consulting resume tips and a sample resume
Relevant Reads:
How to write a strong resume
How to leverage your coursework to gain
transferable skills
TalentEgg Tip: Ensure hiring software can read
your resume by including keywords

6. Case study interviews
Now that you have a consulting resume that will get your foot
in the door, it’s time to prepare for consulting case study
interviews.
You’re likely to be given a common business problem and
asked to discuss how you would solve it. Case study
interviews can be anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour or
longer, and account for about 50% of your total score.
So, how do you ace the case?
• Practice, practice, practice! Develop your skills with
both hands-on experiences and sample case study
questions
• Take a moment to collect your thoughts before
answering the question
• Don’t be afraid to ask your interviewer questions
• Explain which alternatives you rejected and how you
arrived at your conclusion
• Expect the unexpected. Stay calm, use logic and
communicate your thoughts
Relevant Reads:
How to prepare for a consulting case study interview
Even more consulting case study interview tips
10 tips to prepare for job interviews
TalentEgg Tip: Be prepared to answer some
tough interview questions

7. Consulting salaries
You’ve polished your resume and brushed up on your case
study skills; now it’s time to talk salary.
We’ve compiled average starting salaries for entry level
Management Consultants and Technology Consultants in
major cities across Canada:
Toronto Montreal Vancouver Calgary Winnipeg Regina
Management $61,537 $58,793 $58,000 $58,278 $47,270 $48,270
Technology $57,925 $51,718 $50,906 $64,758 $43,971 $44,813
Many Consultants are also eligible to receive yearly bonuses,
ranging from $2,000 at the entry level to $10,000+ with 20
years of experience or more!
Click here fore more information on average consulting
salaries, bonuses and salary growth
Relevant Read:
How to negotiate salary: 8 tips to help you
earn more
TalentEgg Tip: Bilingual? You might be able to earn
more.

8. Who to follow on Twitter
Looking for a new way to stand out from the crowd? Show off
your ability to communicate concisely and effectively by
engaging with employers and recruiters on Twitter!
To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of top consulting tweeps
to follow on Twitter. Connect with them to learn more about the
consulting industry, receive tips for a successful career and
ask questions about current and future job opportunities.
Keep up to date on the latest consulting opportunities and
career resources by following TalentEgg on Twitter, too!
Check out the Relevant Reads below for more tips on
using social media to hatch your career.
Relevant Reads:
Attract employers using social media
How to makeover your LinkedIn profile
How to use Pinterest to find a job
Why every student and new grad should be
using Twitter
TalentEgg Tip: Learn how to protect your online
reputation

9. Congratulations!
You’re on your way to hatching your career in
consulting!
Here are a few more Relevant Reads to help you land your
dream job:
All about the Certified Management Consultant designation
A community for independent consultants
How a career in consulting can lead to entrepreneurship
How to answer some of your most difficult job interview questions
Make networking a habit
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