Reapplying after 2 years and still at the same level?

Question

Hi,

Early 2023 I was invited to the first round interviews at two MBB companies but unfortunately did not make it to the final round. I have been working on my overall profile and know where my pitfalls were in case prep, so considering to reapply now.

I was already working about 1.5 years after my master when I applied for the first time and now it's been around 3.5 years of full-time work. My question is, should I still apply now, even though I would apply for the same level as I fear they would still hire me as a Business Analyst/Associate and won't hire me yet as an Associate/Consultant (as I have no MBA and not the full 4 years of work experience).

Appreciate any inputs!

Answer 1

Hi there,

I was in a similar position myself when I re-applied to BCG as an “experienced hire” — folks who are out of school and have some industry experience.

If you have less than 2 years of work experience, most firms will still start you as an entry level hire (BA, Associate). For folks with 2-3yrs, forms might hire as Senior Associate/BA.

Since you were invited before, you have a strong shot at getting interviewed again. Three things to focus on:

Network your way back in using connections from the last rounds
Craft a compelling story through your resume and fit stories
Crush that case prep so there’s no doubt your a definite hire

On #3, I’m here to help! Happy to offer you a free 15min consultation to ensure you have a bulletproof strategy to break into consulting this time around.

Persistence and hard work pays off! Took me three tries to get it right, and it was worth every hour/$s I put into it.

Answer 2

Hi and thanks for your question! Consulting experience or internship/working student experience in the industry is mo... (read entire answer)

Hi and thanks for your question! Consulting experience or internship/working student experience in the industry is mostly one of our requirements - at least for BearingPoint Ger... (read entire answer)