Which US Consulting firms sponsor international applicants?

Question

Hi! I'm an international applicant studying undergrad in the US and am currently applying for my third-year summer consulting internships. I've heard from others that the only firms that sponsor international students is MBB, EY (strategy), and PWC. I understand that Deloitte and Accenture no longer sponsors. Are there any other firms that sponsor as of now? Thank you!

Answer 1

Hi there,

In the current market, it's very rare, also for the ones you have mentioned.

Even for current expat MBAs, the key message from recruiters is to mainly apply to international offices.

Cheers,

Florian

Answer 2

Hi Anonymous,

From my experience, International applicants won't be a problem for most firms so long as you have OPT from doing your degree in the US. Speak to your school's immigration office about this.

I believe the "sponsoring" you're referring to is for H1B visa applications after your OPT runs out. For that, you're right, some firms won't. MBB will from my experience.

As I say, speak to your school and ask to speak to the Immigration teams at firms you're applying to confirm.

Best of luck!

Martha

Answer 3

Hi,

Roland Berger has historically also sponsored visas in the US.

Best

Answer 4

Hi there,

I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question:

Unfortunately, in the current tight consulting market in the US, it seems to be quite rare for any of the major consulting firms to sponsor a visa.

You can find more on this topic here: Salaries in the consulting industry.

If you would like a more detailed discussion on your specific situation, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen

Answer 5

I'm afraid I have to disagree with some of what has been said here. I was an F-1 student with OPT when I got into economic consulting at Charles River Associates (CRA). CRA and their peers (e.g., Bratte) are very supportive of immigration needs. You need to have OPT, as mentioned, to get started. MMBs are broadly supportive and give you many options if things don't work out (e.g., relocation). BCG even covered my green card application through marriage. It's all case-by-case, so ask early.

Answer 6

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