I’m on approximately my 5th rejection from PwC.
The last two were for an entry-level position for which I’m well qualified.
I’ve had someone from PwC review my resumé before sending in my applications. I haven’t requested any referrals yet.
What’s the hack for getting my profile noticed by a human being?
(assuming I’m not a bad applicant)

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Why PwC? Just curious as for the most part, B4 is B4. That said, it’s really tough to break into the B4/Accenture consulting circle, but once you’re in it, you’re going to be highly competitive for any role you apply to (assuming you meet the qualifications). Referrals certainly help, and if your referrer can prop you up to some senior folks, then that is always better. Don’t lose hope, but also don’t put all your eggs in the PwC basket. My two cents…

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I have a bias for PwC, with a friend who has told me about the type of projects they do, and the impressive caliber of leadership within the organization. However, EY is also great, another organization I have been rejected from - but in my earlier years. :)

Referrals - ideally from someone senior (of if your contact is junior then ask them to pitch you to a partner)

Personally if someone refers a contact to our recruitment team, or in system - it’ll usually be screened out before I see it. However if one of my team asks me to at least meet their contact, and if we’re not interested then give them some advice - I’ll almost always say yes

Obviously it depends on whether you’re comfortable asking your contact to do that

Don’t get disheartened after a few rejections. At the entry-level we get so so many applications, and it’s so hard to really determine who is better than others (since CV really says very little).

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Thank you 🙏

Maybe you want it too much, try applying to other companies

Hmm, maybe

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