How to Land a Job at Big 4 Firms: Tips for College Students
Since the beginning of time, every person known have dreamt of working in the big 4 companies namely Deloitte, PwC (Price water house Coopers), EY (Ernst & Young), and KPMG (Klynveld Main Goerdeler).
But why do we hesitate? Because the main question lies is there a chance to land in any of these companies directly from the college? As much as they seem tempting, it is quite a hassle getting a chance at them.
But don't worry, as always I've got your back and below are some mentioned points to consider:
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Campus Placement
The most obvious thing no? It is an amazing opportunity to secure a place in any one of these companies.
Internships
Even if you get an internship in any one of them, take it!! Snatch every possible opportunity you get when it comes to these companies.
Because when you have these experiences stamped in your resume not only it will make it look good but as well increase your chances to work further in them.
Doing internships is beneficial but doing internships in such companies is like diamonds served right on a silver platter.
Not only will it provide you with experience but it will teach you some important life lessons and proper ways on how the work is done. And it will give you even more points if you have any internship experience in the desired areas.
These companies also appear at various internship and job fairs, so you can also attend them. Fun fact, these are not the only big companies attending that fair, there are many more international companies as well.
Campus interviews
Well, if there is one place that will serve you with amazing opportunities its this! During campus placements, a lot of companies participate including them. They are open for some specific roles for which they accept various students.
It is the perfect opportunity to familarise oneself with such companies and know more about them. You can also ask for guidance and know more about how things takes place from the students you got selected.
Even if you are rejected don't be sad, because you will get to know the mistakes you made that resulted in rejection and you will be able to correct them in future.
CGPA and Skills
Oh...CGPA entering everywhere sometimes feels frustrating but what can one do when it is the sole ruler of our kingdom. No matter how much one try to avoid it or find alternatives, IT IS an important part of your college.
It goes without saying that the higher the CGPA, the higher the chances of getting that job, because believe it or nor, not everyone is allowed to appear in any or every interview they like (specially college placements). They do segregate students on the basis of their marks and overall performance its just that no one will tell you that.
But as they say, there is always a loophole. Everyone might not know this but if you have average to good marks if not excellent.
And for technical works, computer science, web designing and similar set are required. It all depends on if what the firm is demanding and what you are offering aligns together or not.
Because as much as firms like their employees to be the best a little more extra skills won't hurt right? Its benefitting them as well as you so its a win win situation! Besides not only will these skills help you in landing at a job but will also help you beforehand.
You can apply for internships in various fields as it will multiply your choices. You can switch departments as you please and mentioning the obvious the money. You will have a wide range of salary choices, as all your skills will be of different rupee values.
Oh, but do take care in mind that not only these skills but also soft skills, such as communication skills and teamwork, also matter. If you have participated in college events and societies and have used such skills in any manner, this will also stand you out among the rest.
Networking
Connect with good and useful people. Visit internship fairs and connect with your peers, or even in your college you can take advice from your seniors. Communicate well with people you think have high industry knowledge and can push you on the right path.
Maintain good communication with your current employers and colleagues so they can be used as referrals. Attend college alumni sessions, listen to what they have to say, and grasp as much as you can because in the end, its their experience speaking. Make connections with people on platforms like LinkedIn, Indeed, and Naukri.
Participate in college and extracurricular activities so that you get to know more people, and as always you can learn something. It will not only broaden your horizon but will give you information on some useful topics that will help you reduce your mistakes to a minimum.
Sometimes, companies host walk-in fairs. Make sure that you attend them because such events will provide you with so much new insight into how companies actually work.
You will be able to figure out the scope, the pay, and the working conditions. I mean, its better if you know these beforehand rather than when you start working there and torment yourself every day, right?
The Big 4 is everyone's dream, and while it is not impossible to land a job in these firms, it is certainly slightly more difficult than the rest. But then again, they are not like the other firms, are they?
It is not rocket science to get admission anywhere; its just you need to have the correct skills and, of course, confidence to pull that off. You should be the best in your field and have apt knowledge. Once you achieve these things, see how everything will work in your favor.
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