Get the unfiltered truth behind the job title. In this candid session moderated by Tanak Thanawastien, a panel of analysts and interns from top consulting firms share what life is really like behind the polished LinkedIn profiles.

What You’ll Learn:

• What a day (and week) in consulting actually looks like: travel, clients, deliverables, and team dynamics
• Culture and lifestyle differences across MBB, Big 4, and Tier 2 firms
• The biggest surprises—and what they wish they’d known earlier
• How to manage stress, stay resilient, and keep up in a fast-paced environment
• Practical tips on balancing school, recruiting, and consulting prep

Who Should Attend:
Freshmen, sophomores, and parents eager to hear the honest, behind-the-scenes experiences of real consultants—and understand what it truly takes to succeed.

Get the unfiltered truth behind the job title. In this candid session moderated by Tanak Thanawastien, a panel of analysts and interns from top consulting firms share what life is really like behind the polished LinkedIn profiles.

What You’ll Learn:

• What a day (and week) in consulting actually looks like: travel, clients, deliverables, and team dynamics
• Culture and lifestyle differences across MBB, Big 4, and Tier 2 firms
• The biggest surprises—and what they wish they’d known earlier
• How to manage stress, stay resilient, and keep up in a fast-paced environment
• Practical tips on balancing school, recruiting, and consulting prep

Who Should Attend:
Freshmen, sophomores, and parents eager to hear the honest, behind-the-scenes experiences of real consultants—and understand what it truly takes to succeed.

Top consulting firms recruit earlier than you think—and being proactive in your first and second years is the key to standing out. In this strategy-packed session, Tanak lays out a clear, step-by-step roadmap to help students secure competitive internships and full-time offers.

What You’ll Learn:

• What to do in your first years: clubs, competitions, leadership, Excel & PowerPoint skills
• Recruiting timelines: on-cycle vs. off-cycle at MBB, Big 4, and others
• Resume-building tips: what actually matters to consulting recruiters
• Networking strategies that work: cold emails, coffee chats, and referrals
• Early entry points: bridge programs, spring weeks, and more

Who Should Attend:
Freshmen, sophomores, and parents looking for a clear action plan to prepare for consulting recruiting—before the rush begins.

Top consulting firms recruit earlier than you think—and being proactive in your first and second years is the key to standing out. In this strategy-packed session, Tanak lays out a clear, step-by-step roadmap to help students secure competitive internships and full-time offers.

What You’ll Learn:

• What to do in your first years: clubs, competitions, leadership, Excel & PowerPoint skills
• Recruiting timelines: on-cycle vs. off-cycle at MBB, Big 4, and others
• Resume-building tips: what actually matters to consulting recruiters
• Networking strategies that work: cold emails, coffee chats, and referrals
• Early entry points: bridge programs, spring weeks, and more

Who Should Attend:
Freshmen, sophomores, and parents looking for a clear action plan to prepare for consulting recruiting—before the rush begins.

Get the big-picture view of the consulting industry—what it is, how it works, and where it can take you. In this foundational session, career strategist and former consultant Tanak Thanawastien breaks down the different types of consulting firms and roles, helping you understand where you might fit and how to plan ahead.

What You’ll Learn:

• What consultants actually do across strategy, implementation, ops, and digital transformation
• The differences between MBB, Big 4, Tier 2, and boutique firms—and what that means for you
• How consulting projects work across industries like tech, healthcare, and energy
• Career progression: from entry-level analyst to partner
• Why consulting is one of the best springboards to private equity, venture capital, startups, and MBAs

Who Should Attend:
Incoming freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and parents who want to understand the structure, expectations, and long-term value of a career in consulting.