Vandy in Business & Consulting by VanderbiltCareerCenter

VANDY IN BUSINESS & CONSULTING

2024-2025 TOOLKIT

This toolkit is designed to support and guide you as you explore career opportunities within the Business & Consulting sector. Whether you're just beginning your career journey or looking to refine your understanding of this dynamic field, this resource provides you with comprehensive insights and actionable guidance. In this toolkit, you will find valuable information and an overview of five common career pathways, including Marketing, Consulting, Entrepreneurship, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), and Human Resources (HR). Each pathway is tailored to help you understand the unique opportunities and challenges within this field. You'll also gain access to the latest industry trends, discover emerging fields, and uncover potential career paths that align with your interests and skills. This toolkit is your essential resource for making informed decisions and navigating your career in Business & Consulting with confidence.

ABOUTVANDYINB&C

Welcome to the Vandy In Business & Consulting Career Community! Careers in business and consulting offer a wide range of opportunities to use analysis, critical thinking, and leadership to increase efficiencies, maximize profitability, and solve challenges facing organizations in a global economy. We invite you to explore this community to determine the types of problems you want to solve and the impact you want to make. Leverage our resources, events, and career advice to explore pathways, develop your business savvy, and connect your skills to roles that exist in the global market.

ABOUTTHEVUCAREERCENTER

The Career Center’s mission is to help students gain clarity about their future. The office plays a significant role in the Vanderbilt experience by offering a full range of services to help students with their future at Vanderbilt and beyond. Be it a career, an internship, graduate study, a fellowship, a gap year, or an entrepreneurial endeavor; our team is here to start the journey.

MEETTHEVANDYINB&CTEAM

Ethan Fesperman

Career Coach

“ The career journey can be exciting, motivating, and a little overwhelming. I find joy in co-piloting with students interested in the world of business as they explore possible futures, learn new skills, and secure opportunities. ”

Emp y p st

“I love partnering with employers and connecting them to Vandy in Business & Consulting students to provide internship, job, and mentorship opportunities. Connecting employers with VU talent and engaging employers in aligned programming for career development and preparation is essential in helping you understand various career pathways and gain clarity for your future. I’m thrilled for all that’s ahead this school year!”

Karim Elmehdawi

Student Ambassador

“The community model allows students to meaningfully engage in mentorship and turn to peers for support throughout their professional development journeys. I have personally seen it come to fruition after connecting with students in the Business & Consulting community, all of whom have voiced the benefits of having an ecosystem of career coaches, student mentoring, and peer relationships."

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HOWTOUSETHETOOLKIT

HOWTOENGAGEVANDYINBUSINESS&CONSULTING

Students can engage with the Vandy in Business & Consulting community by participating in various programs throughout the year, including employer sessions, alumni panels, and community-specific office hours. These opportunities allow you to learn more about the industry while enhancing your knowledge and skills. Stay informed by logging into your Handshake profile and selecting Vandy In Business & Consulting in the Career Interest section to ensure you receive the newsletter and other important community information.

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QUICKSTARTRESOURCES

The Career Center is proud to provide a robust suite of resources to support the career development of Vanderbilt students. Our team works continuously to identify and engage the best tools on the market. Here are 5 key tools we recommend to get started.

HANDSHAKE CAREERSHIFT GUIDETOLINKEDIN BIGINTERVIEW VANDYPASS

Complete your Handshake profile & make visible to employers Select your career interests in business. Follow companies & create saved jobs searches using key words including the Vandy in Business & Consulting label.

Search companies, contacts, and save position searches for jobs & internships that align with your goals and interests in specific pathways. Explore a list of company hiring trends.

Build a LinkedIn profile that is actionable and emphasizes your experiences, tailored to a position in business.

Highlight your skill competency to attract recruiters to your profile

Enroll for free with a Vandy email

Big Interview is our powerful 24/7 virtual interview platform

Use the platform to get realtime feedback on your resume and interview skills aligned with specific business pathways.

Students can showcase relevant skills to employers by obtaining digital badges. Complete extra activities during the Vandy in Business & Consulting Week (Feb. 2428) to earn communityspecific badges!

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DATESTOKNOW

SEPTEMBER

Commodore Career Week (23rd-27th)

Case Interview Workshop

Discover Your Business Career Pathway

OCTOBER

Advice With A Slice (Business Program)

Break Into Business Bootcamp

FEBRUARY

Vandy in Business & Consulting Week (24-28th)

Inside Scoop (Business Program)

Spring Consulting Bootcamp

MARCH

Consulting Networking Night

APRIL

Create Your Summer Game Plan Alumni Panel

KATIEALPERT‘21

STRATEGY SENIOR ASSOCIATE @ PROPHET BRAND STRATEGY

TOP 3 THINGS I DID TO HELP MY CAREER WHILE I WAS STILL IN SCH

Vanderbilt Medical Center Community Development

Interning at the Vanderbilt Medical Center Community Development Department gave me r experience and hands-on learning. I developed a new fundraising event to benefit Vanderb Cancer Center by researching other cycling events and conducting a competitive analysis. a marketing strategy based on extensive research about targeting millennials and develope sponsorship benefits packages.

Vanderbilt Business Accelerator Summer Program

I participated in the Vanderbilt Business Accelerator summer program the summer going in senior year. That prepared me for what a consulting role looks like and helped me determin was a field I wanted to go into. We consulted for a real client and worked with wonderful Va professors.

Delta Sigma Pi

I held many leadership positions for Delta Sigma Pi while at Vanderbilt. These experiences developed my leadership skills and allowed me to connect with other students and alumni a ultimately helped determine what career path I wanted to pursue and taught me a lot about business world

5COMMONPATHWAYS

From the vast array of opportunities, we will highlight career pathways where our graduates have found success. These pathways serve as a representative sample of the diverse possibilities within the world of business. Each of the five pathways will be viewed through the lens of Discover, Develop, Design and Deliver.

MARKETING

The marketing field encompasses a range of strategies and techniques used to promote and sell products or services. It involves understanding consumer behavior, identifying target markets, and developing effective advertising and promotional campaigns. It requires creativity, analytical skills, and adaptability to changing market conditions.

The biggest trends in the field are:

Related to sustainability, speed of innovation to market, and appealing to the consumer.

Social media (TikTok, Instagram, Reddit) is a great way to stay abreast of trends and new product launches.

Gain more insight into the field:

2024 State of Marketing & Trends

Check out the Forte Foundation Marketing Guide.

MAKINGCONNECTIONS

Attend marketing-related employer events on campus and virtually. Join a marketing-oriented student club, like Anchor Marketing. Search other business clubs via Anchor Link.

CREATIVITY

Generate original and valuable ideas, solutions, and thinking beyond conventional boundaries. Apply for projects and microinternships through Parker Dewey, the American Marketing Association, and HubSpot.

DATAANALYSIS&ANALYTICS

Engage the O’Reilly platform provided by the Vanderbilt Library, which provides access to a multimedia collection of marketing/business tools and tutorials.

TEAMWORK

Enhance your experience working in teams by signing up for courses in the Undergraduate Business Program Marketing Pathway. Explore online marketing courses through Coursera and Acadium.

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Marketing internships can be a powerful way to build your portfolio of experience and skills. The first step is to explore different marketing roles to see which area aligns with your interests. After narrowing your area of interest, begin to shape your internship search through active job board engagement combined with strong networking.

1. Job Boards

In addition to Handshake, Indeed and LinkedIn are strong sources of marketing internship leads. Full access to CareerShift is available with your Vandy email.

2. Follow Companies of Interest

Identify marketing companies of interest and reach out directly to ask if they have internships. Stay up-to-date on industry trends by following companies on social media.

3. Network with Marketing Professionals

Identify businesses and brands that look interesting to you. Make a list of companies that share your values and work in a space that will energize you. Connect with peers, faculty, and alumni using Commodore Compass to share your interest in marketing and ask if they have internship leads. Start early and be consistent.

Vandy students interested in marketing can develop their branding strategy by treating it like a mini marketing campaign for themselves!

Develop a consistent online presence, hone your digital storytelling skills, and showcase the unique value you bring. Here are three key components of your brand.

Resume

Showcase your experiences and skills by tailoring your resume to align with the opportunity. Use Big Interview to build your resume and have it reviewed through ResumeAI.

LinkedIn is the key social network for your professional life and your profile is your digital business card. Learn how it can help your marketing future with The LinkedIn Student Playbook.

E-Portfolio

It’s crucial to have an online presence. Using Wix to create e-portfolios allows students interested in marketing to show off their abilities and real-life project work, providing the extra edge needed in the job market.

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Vault Guide to Marketing American Marketing Association HubSpot

Comprehensive guide to exploring marketing roles

The essential professional community for marketers Hubspot offers free online marketing courses and go to industry blogs

MARKETING DELIVER-HIRINGTIMELINE

Marketing internships are available year-round. The p full-time opportunities occurs between January and M structured hiring timeline than some other industries. your interview skills with marketing-curated interviews.

ADVICEFROMPROFESSIONALS:

“Being able to form meaningful relationships, turn data readily identify trends you foresee coming up in the fut steps.”

- Jocelin Clayton, Global Product Marketing M Brushes, Tom Ford Beauty

“Showing that you can be big ideas driven but also ver business realities is important. As someone who evalu hires regularly, I always look for those that are willing to agenda, be change agents but also understand how to business impact.”

- Neil R Goklani, Partner, Head of P

CONSULTING DISCOVER

Consulting offers a dynamic environment for continuous learning and skill development in business. It’s an opportunity to delve into various industries and roles while engaging with top-tier client executives. Prospective consultants should build strong problem-solving abilities, ranging from data-intensive analysis to conducting qualitative surveys. Equally crucial are your storytelling skills, which allow you to communicate your insights effectively and persuasively to your team and clients.

Management Consulted - the world’s leading resource for consulting prep. With your free Vanderbilt subscription, you can access MC’s library of resources! It is A-Z coverage of everything you need to know about consulting including an interactive platform providing scalable interview prep through video courses, drills, and 600+ practice cases.

Check out the Forte Foundation Consulting Guide.

LEADERSHIP

Participate in consulting firm events on campus and virtually. Join consulting-oriented student clubs, like the Consulting Club and SCNO.

Explore all the business clubs in Anchorlink. Take advantage of networking events.

TECHNOLOGY

Engage with new technologies, in addition to reading articles and updates. The rapid advancements in Generative AI, from improved prompt responses to advanced image creation, are best understood by getting your hands dirty and figuring it out.

PROBLEMSOLVING

Build critical thinking, creativity, and decisionmaking skills to find solutions that address a problem. Complete consulting virtual job simulations with Forage. Volunteer your time on a consulting project for a local non-profit.

COMPETITIVEADVANTAGE

The Undergraduate Business Program has a strategy pathway which provides strong training for consulting work. To be a competitive applicant, excel academically, and demonstrate an understanding of the industry.

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1. Internship Search

Attend upcoming Career Fairs, apply on Handshake, and stay informed of internship postings directly on firm job sites. Full access to CareerShift is available with your Vandy email. Stay upto-date on consulting application deadlines.

Experts in the consulting field value experiences that showcase teamwork, problem-solving, and execution. This could be from internships, part-time work, or leadership roles in Vanderbilt clubs: these can all enhance your resume. table of contents

2. Stay Informed and Up to Date

Stay on top of the Consulting recruiting trends of 2024 and familiarize yourself with the top consulting firms.

3. Network with Consulting Professionals

Tailor conversations you have in networking and interviews to be firm-specific to show you’ve done your research and would be a strong addition to their team. Identify VU alumni through LinkedIn. Engage professionals with Commodore Compass, Vanderbilt’s mentorship platform.

CONSULTING DESIGN-BUILDYOURBRAND

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There is no secret formula for how to break into consulting. What is helpful is having the right experiences, successful networking, and razor-sharp case skills. You are 80% more likely to land an interview invite after getting a referral from a current consultant at the firm. Firms interview those who have passed the informal screening process conducted during networking.

2. Resume

Tailor your resume to the consulting industry. Highlight your transferrable skills and show the impact made through your experiences. Explore this resume sample to learn how to showcase your background.

Strengthen Your Connections

LinkedIn is the key social network for your professional life. Personalize your profile with a strong headline and use the summary to highlight your knowledge and experience. Learn how it can help you break into the consulting industry with The LinkedIn Student Playbook.

3. Lock Down the Case

Case interviewing is the most important part of the consulting interview process and thus requires considerable preparation and practice. Build your case prep plan with Management Consulted and use Big Interview to hone your management consulting behavioral interview skills.

CONSULTING DELIVER-HIRINGTIMELINE

Consulting Firms hire a year in advance and have an active recruitment cycle for internships and full-time between June - October. Freshman/Sophomore programs have a November - April timeline.

Consulting Application Deadlines 2024

Consulting Early Access Diversity Programs

ADVICEFROMPROFESSIONALS:

“Take time to understand your interests and skills, find a unique point of view, and relentlessly pursue opportunities where these overlap with what a company needs.” -Brad White, Adjunct Professor, Hoogland

Undergraduate Business Program

“Demonstrate how your experiences at Vanderbilt will shape your consulting abilities. Tailor conversations you have in networking and interviews to be firm specific to show you’ve done your research and would be a strong addition to their team.” - William Shelton, Management

Consulting Senior Analyst, Accenture

ENTREPRENEURSHIP DISCOVER

Entrepreneurship offers the freedom to create your path, make decisions, set your schedule, and build something that aligns with your passion and values. Entrepreneurs have the power to make a difference in their communities and industries: create jobs, contribute to the economy, and leave a lasting legacy through their innovations. Entrepreneurship is a journey that will shape you in ways you never imagined and could lead to extraordinary personal and professional growth.

The top trends impacting entrepreneurs include leveraging digital tools & technologies, creating businesses with an impact, growth of freelance and gig economy, and innovations in technology such as fintech and beyond.

To gain more insights, follow entrepreneurial blogs and podcasts.

SPECIFICSKILLS

Financial Literacy, Market Research, Technical Skills, Negotiation, Leadership

MENTORSHIP

Guides a relationship while assisting with skill development, building confidence, and navigating challenges. Identify a mentor to brainstorm and share your ideas. Consider joining VINES, and participating in events at the Wond’ry

BUSINESSPLANDEVELOPMENT BUILDYOURNETWORK

Leverage the Vanderbilt network through LinkedIn and Commodore Compass. Explore professional societies for entrepreneurship.

Participate in a pitch competition or hackathon.

Enroll in entrepreneurship-oriented courses and workshops. Explore the entrepreneurship track within the Undergraduate Business Program. Continue learning through Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.

Internships and Part-time Jobs: Work in startups or small businesses to gain handson experience.

Volunteer: Offer your skills to local businesses or non-profits.

Start Small Projects: Launch small, low-risk projects to gain the skills of running a business.

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Search Job Boards Focused on Start Ups

Wellfound, Y Combinator, CrunchBoard, and Techstars are great sites to start your search. Many venture capital firms have job boards focused on the companies they invest in.

2. Reach Out to Start Ups

Even if they don’t have formal postings, reaching out directly with a well-crafted email expressing your interest and highlighting your relevant skills can open doors to opportunities that might not be publicly listed.

Network with Entrepreneurs

Search the Vanderbilt LinkedIn Alumni page to connect with professionals who can share insights from their entrepreneurial journey.

There’s a unique satisfaction that comes from building something from the ground up and seeing it succeed. The journey with all its highs and lows, can be deeply fulfilling.

Content Creation: Share your knowledge and experiences through blogs, vlogs, or podcasts.

Attend Conferences and Seminars:

Participate in events related to your industry to meet like-minded individuals and potential mentors.

Stryker Warren, Associate Director of Venture Development, Wond’ry

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Explore resume samples. If you need help creating a resume, explore the Big Interview ResumeAI curriculum and templates. Resume

2. Stay Informed

Follow Industry Trends: Keep up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the industry. Subscribe to Newsletters and Blogs: Follow entrepreneurial blogs and newsletters for insights and advice. (See the Wond’ry newsletters and the Wond’ry calendar of events.)

Use Social Media: Engage with entrepreneurs and industry experts on LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), and Facebook.

3. Develop a Strong Visual Identity

It’s crucial to have an online presence and that your brand is recognizable. Learn the steps to build a strong brand identity online.

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StartUpNation BPlans

By entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, offering the necessary insights for personal growth through in-the-trenches, how-to content authored by subject matter experts, thought leaders and business professionals.

Stay up to date with the latest business planning, management, growth, and funding trends from Bplans.

Stay on top of business trends, startup advice, and success stories. Insight into marketing strategies to finance management.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP DELIVER-HIRINGTIMELINE

Joining a startup can be a dynamic and exciting career path fo students. While the recruiting timeline for startups is less stru flexible than traditional corporate recruitment cycles, stay in to network to understand the unique timeline for each organizatio

ADVICEFROMPROFESSIONALS:

“People are shockingly willing to help you, especially a entrepreneur. We’ve had the opportunity to speak and many people much farther along in their entrepreneuri and forging these relationships has paid massive divid never harm in reaching out to people you think can be times they’ll be receptive.” – Issac Lichter, Vandy Alu Boxtrot

The Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry encompasses a wide range of everyday products that are massproduced and sold to consumers, such as food, beverages, household cleaners, and personal care items. It offers numerous career opportunities for college students, including brand management, supply chain management, sales and account management, operations and manufacturing, research and development (R&D), and analytics and insights. The CPG industry's emphasis on consumer insights and continuous improvement makes it an exciting and rewarding field for many young professionals.

A few key advantages of joining a CPG are as follows:

Comprehensive training programs

Exposure to a dynamic industry

Global opportunities

Strong brand recognition

To gain insight into current CPG trends follow industry blogs.

COMMUNICATION&COLLABORATION

Join student organizations and work proactively to enhance skills in a practical setting. Stay up-todate on top companies and connect with employer representatives on campus.

PROJECTMANAGEMENT

The ability to plan, execute, and oversee projects to achieve specific goals within time, budget, scope, and quality constraints is imperative for roles in CPG. Externships can be a great way to enhance your skills.

ANALYTICAL&TECHNICALSKILLS BUILDYOURNETWORK

Engage with professionals to learn about their career journey and get advice on entering the field. Use LinkedIn and Commodore Compass to connect with alumni working in the CPG sector.

These skills are essential for breaking down complex issues and identifying underlying patterns, trends, and relationships. Explore and complete projects through Forage.

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CONSUMERPACKAGEDGOODS(CPG) DEVELOP-FINDINGINTERNSHIPS

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Lauren Harris with NielsenIQ said, “At the early stages of a career, there is a lot of opportunity for growth and learning in the CPG industry for students.”

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Create An Action Plan

Attend upcoming Career Fairs and employer information sessions. Explore the Vault Guide and research the top internships by industry. Build a target list of CPG companies, track company career pages, and apply for positions.

Be Proactive

Identify CPG companies that offer rotational programs postgrad. Research if the companies have internships. Build connections to gain advice on valuable skills to develop.

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Build Your Network & Leverage Your Connections

Connect with peers, faculty, and your extended network to share your interest in CPG and ask if they have internship leads.

CONSUMERPACKAGEDGOODS(CPG) DESIGN-BUILDYOURBRAND

The Top Things to Know When Exploring CPG

The CPG industry is highly competitive, with numerous brands vying for consumer attention.

Industry Trends: Sustainability, Digital Transformation, Convenience, Personalization

Career Paths: Brand Management, Product Development, Supply Chain & Operations, Sales & Account Management

Global Perspective: Be aware of global market trends and expansion opportunities and understand cultural differences and how they impact consumer behavior and product preferences.

1. Resume

Explore resume samples here. If you need help creating a resume, Explore the Big Interview ResumeAI curriculum and templates.

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LinkedIn is the key social network for your professional life and your profile is your digital business card. Learn how it can help your CPG future with The LinkedIn Student Playbook. You can also access a free Student Guide to LinkedIn with your Vandy email address.

Interview Guidance

Research your target company to understand the culture and what attracts you to the position. Be ready to discuss current trends in the field. Practice your behavioral interview skills with the Big Interview industry-specific practice sessions.

Vault Guide to General Consumer Product Jobs

Comprehensive Guide to Exploring CPG Roles

Consumer Brands Association Consumer Goods Technology

The professional association for the industry whose products consumers depend on every day

Follow CG news, events, and discover the top 100 consumer goods companies

CONSUMERPACKAGEDGOODS(CPG)

CPG includes diverse groups of organizations and roles and does not maintain a single hiring process or timeline. Identify companies of interest, follow companies on Handshake, and check individual websites regularly. Additionally, remain connected with alumni who work at organizations of interest and can offer insights into their specific recruiting cycles.

ADVICEFROMPROFESSIONALS:

"The CPG industry has radically changed. No longer can consumer products companies sell their offerings through intermediaries like retailers, grocers, and Amazon. They want and need direct access to their customers–leading to a massive need for talent with 'consumer delight’ skills of marketing and data analytics." - Josh Bersin, Global Industry Analyst

“To consistently produce and deliver the freshest foods and highest quality goods that consumers want, CPG leaders realize they have to create an environment where people really want to work and can make the most valuable contribution.” -

Michael Esau, Global HR, SAP

HUMANRESOURCES(HR)

Human Resources professionals play a vital role in fostering a positive work environment and are crucial in ensuring organizations function effectively by managing the people who work there. The team supporting human resources delivers a critical function within any organization focused on recruiting, managing, and employee support. Areas to consider when pursuing human resources: Recruitment & Staffing, Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefits, and Training & Development.

The trends currently affecting the human resources profession are the need to understand a flexible work environment and the impact of remote and hybrid work, prioritize employee well-being, and build a culture centered on meaningful work with a management team that cares about the individual.

To gain insights about HR roles, check out O*Net and SHRM.

HUMANRESOURCES(HR)

COMMUNICATION

Communication skills are at the heart of an HR professional’s role. Strong verbal and written communication is imperative. Active listening skills and conflict resolution are also valuable in the HR field. Here is a comprehensive list of critical HR skills.

INTERPERSONALSKILLS

Interpersonal skills are crucial for HR professionals as their position involves constant interaction with employees, management, and external partners. Watch TED Talks, and explore Toastmasters resources.

EMOTIONALINTELLIGENCE(EI)

EI helps individuals recognize, understand, manage, and influence their own emotions and the emotions of others. SHRM provides insight into why Emotional Intelligence matters.

STRATEGICTHINKING

Involves analytical, creative, and critical thinking skills to develop effective strategies aligning with objectives. Explore professional associations including ATD and SHRM for best practices.

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HUMANRESOURCES(HR) DEVELOP-FINDINGINTERNSHIPS

Search Job Boards and Specialized Platforms

Gaining experience through internships helps when breaking into the human resources profession.

Explore internships specifically in human resource departments or through general business internships. Internships provide hands-on experience and allow you to gain relevant skills and knowledge transferable to the industry.

Human Resource internships highlight recruitment, employee relations, training, and more. Identify and apply to opportunities in various industries to understand how HR functions differ across sectors.

Create saved searches for HR positions on Handshake, LinkedIn, and Indeed. Explore specialized job boards such as SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) and HR Jobs.

Stay up-to-date on Industry Research

Use the O‘Reilly Database to dive deep into the HR industry to understand trends and how they impact employee workflow.

Network with Human Resource Professionals

Search the Vanderbilt LinkedIn Alumni page to connect with HR professionals who can share insights from their internship journey. Consider a student membership with SHRM.

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The HR field is broad and includes roles in advisory, strategy, and providing services and solutions. Explore the HR Career Path resource to understand pathways and career progressions.

HUMANRESOURCES(HR) DESIGN-BUILDYOURBRAND

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Building a strong personal brand as a student interested in HR involves a combination of education, taking advantage of immersive experiences including job shadowing and internships, networking, and continuous learning.

Active engagement in these activities and showcasing your skills and passion for HR can establish a solid foundation for a successful human resources career.

Explore resume samples here. If you need help creating a resume, explore the Big Interview ResumeAI curriculum and templates. Resume

Stay Informed

Subscribe to Newsletters and Blogs: Follow HR influencers, read related blogs, and tune into podcasts.

Use Social Media: Engage with HR professionals on LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), and Facebook.

Interview Guidance

Prepare examples demonstrating key HR skills. Be prepared to discuss current trends in the Human Resources field. Practice your behavioral interview skills with the Big Interview Human Resource industry practice sessions.

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HUMANRESOURCES(HR) DESIGN-KEYRESOURCES

Vault Guide to Human Resource Management Society for Human Resource Management Academy of Human Resource Development

Comprehensive guide to exploring the field of Human Resources

SHRM is a member-driven catalyst for creating better workplaces where people and businesses thrive together

AHRD Vision: Leading human resource development through research

HUMANRESOURCES(HR) DELIVER-HIRINGTIMELINE

The hiring timeline for human resource positions often depends on the company, industry, and specific role. However, many organizations follow a structured recruitment cycle, especially larger corporations.

ADVICEFROMPROFESSIONALS

“It’s about understanding business and applying people strategies. During interviews, entry-level candidates say they like HR because they like people. That’s the worst answer you can give. Ultimately, a great HR person understands the business and can apply people strategies to help it succeed.” - Caliopie Walsh, VP of HR at Experian Marketing

“HR people are good networkers and like to help people succeed, so take advantage of their nature. Network like crazy. Because organizations have so many variances in how they approach HR, it can be key to learning how to get into a company.”

- Mike Kahn, Senior Partner, Lucas Group

Accenture

AlphaSights

Amazon

Bain & Company

Booz Allen Hamilton Inc

Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

Capco

Capgemini

Capital One

Cox Enterprises

Credera

Deloitte

Google

Huron Consulting

KPMG LLP

Mars, Inc.

McKinsey & Company

Mercer

NTT DATA, Inc.

Oliver Wyman

PwC

Self-Employed

Walmart

Check out Commodore Compass to get connected!

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