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Strategy Simplified

S12E28: How an Incoming BCG Consultant Navigated Internship Recruiting, Case Interviews, and Office Selection

Jan 26, 2024
In this podcast, Shane shares his journey of landing an internship at Boston Consulting Group (BCG). He discusses his lightbulb moment for choosing strategy consulting, case prep tips, and his approach to office selection. The episode also touches on pursuing an MBA, the BCG internship journey, and the speaker's excitement for their upcoming full-time position at BCG. Additionally, Shane shares favorite sports moments, memories from the outdoors club, and their travel bucket list.
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Quick takeaways

  • Building genuine connections and networking with employees at the desired office can significantly increase your chances of landing an internship at a prestigious consulting firm like BCG.
  • Practicing case interviews extensively, even in challenging circumstances, and adapting casing strategies over time are crucial for success in the consulting recruiting process.

Deep dives

Shane's Background and Decision to Pursue an MBA

Shane Asselman, a content intern at Manage Make Insulted, shares his background and decision to pursue an MBA. Originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma, Shane had a chemical engineering degree and worked in implementation-focused consulting for a software company in the oil and gas industry. He decided to pursue an MBA to broaden his skill set and develop business acumen. Shane ultimately chose the UVA Darden School of Business and expressed interest in strategy consulting or a product management role in tech.

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