While most consulting interns will receive job offers from the firm they intern with, most firms will hire almost two thirds of their MBA recruits from second year interviews with students not interning with consulting firms. Demand will vary with the strength of the economy and the intensity of management interest in particular concepts and issues. For example, such issues as reengineering and preparation for Y2K have peaked in prior years and declined. Overall, MBA hiring has expanded in each of the last ten years. Career Services can help in several ways.
Some firms have job fairs for students from multiple schools.
For other, KFBS alumni can help to provide introductions. Letter campaigns have been successful for a number of students and Career Services can provide tips on identifying and contacting firms. Firms on our Advisory Panel have generally argued that the second year menu of electives is so rich that they prefer coursework to a practicum. Many consulting bound students complete practicums, however, and those most relevant to current consulting issues such as electronic commerce can attract favorable attention.