Current job title: Federal Analyst at Deloitte Consulting LLP
Class year: 2010.5
Major: Economics and Spanish

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Where did your interest come from to work in this career?

My interest in consulting stemmed from my desire to pursue a career that allowed for lifelong learning and growth. The best aspect of my Middlebury education was the breadth and scope of experiences afforded to me throughout my four years at college. Strategy consulting offers me a similar diversity of experiences. I develop and grow as a professional each and every day and apply new skills to projects that constantly evolve and adapt.

What are typical entry level positions in your field and what does a career path look like?

Students hired directly out of college, like me, begin their careers with Deloitte Consulting as Federal Analysts. Federal Analysts participate on project teams with professionals who have spent anywhere between a few months and their entire careers in consulting. Direct-from-college hires are on a career path to become Partners and Principals at Deloitte should they spend their career with Deloitte. Federal Analysts are generally promoted to Consultants after two years, and from there the career track continues to Senior Consultant, Manager, Senior Manager, and Partner/Principal/Director.

How did you find the current position you have?

I applied for my current position through MOJO on the Career Services Website in conjunction with Deloitte’s website.

How are you using your Middlebury degree?

My Middlebury degree is of tremendous use to me in my job with Deloitte. While aspects of my Economics major contribute to my work to a certain degree, it is the skills that all Middlebury students acquire that are most powerful at Deloitte. The ability to think critically and ask poignant questions, write and communicate clearly and logically, work in teams, adapt to change and stay organized are crucial skills, among many others, in strategy consulting.

What experience should a college student obtain to be marketable?

Work experience or internships where students utilize the skills addressed in the above question are of great interest to Deloitte practitioners and all consulting firms! Demonstrated interest in politics and government are beneficial as well for this position.

What do you like best/least about your work?

The people at Deloitte are truly fantastic. I work with a supportive, collaborative and talented team that deeply impacts the Client and their goals in tangible ways. One of the more difficult aspects of the job is the constant travel in and around the DC Metro Area! I typically do not know where I will be working the following day until the night before. Moving between the client site and Deloitte offices requires great flexibility so as to be prepared for a variety of different situations.

What does an average day or week look like for you?

No two weeks are ever the same! Each day brings new challenges and opportunities with the client and in internal Deloitte work. It really keeps you on your toes.

What books, web sites, or other resources should students take advantage of now to learn about the field?

The best consulting resource I can recommend to prepare for case study interviews is Case in Point: Complete Case Interview Preparation by Marc P. Cosentino. It got me through recruiting season last fall.

What do you think is the next step in your career plan?

My next steps are undefined at this time. I eventually want to attend graduate school; however, I am unsure of the type of degree I will pursue. For the time being, I am truly thrilled to be working in the Federal Consulting Practice at Deloitte!