Strategy Simplified S19E7: How Internationals Land Consulting Offers in 2025
Jul 17, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Jenny Rae LaRue, Managing Director at Management Consulted, shares her expertise on how international candidates can break into the consulting industry. She outlines the four main obstacles faced by these candidates and offers actionable strategies to overcome them. Topics include navigating visa sponsorship, tailoring work experience, and mastering networking skills. Jenny’s insights on the importance of company culture and preparing for case interviews make this a must-listen for aspiring consultants in 2025.
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Top Challenges for Internationals
- International candidates face four main challenges: visas, lack of local insight, translating work experience, and language barriers.
- Understanding and overcoming these challenges is key to breaking into consulting abroad.
Clarify Focus Before Applying
- Be clear on which function, firm, and location you want; desperation hurts your chances.
- Tailor your approach strategically, knowing firm visa sponsorship policies and recruitment timelines.
Effective Networking Outreach
- Send outreach emails to specific people including exact dates and times for meetings.
- Follow up once by email and once by LinkedIn, then move on if no response.