Sophomore Consulting Exploratory Program: A Day in the BHive

Join us for a virtual half-day workshop on Saturday, May 18, 2024

The Brattle Group’s Sophomore Consulting Exploratory Program is a professional development experience for undergraduates completing their second year. This unique experience is designed to help you learn more about how you could apply the economic, finance, policy, computer science, and/or engineering concepts from the classroom to a career path in economic consulting.

At Brattle, we often refer to our close-knit community of smart, collaborative employees as the BHive. A Day in the BHive will demystify the industry of economic consulting and clarify how it is different from other types of consulting. Participants will learn about a day in the life of an economic consultant, as well as learn academic tips and interview techniques from consulting staff and the Talent Acquisition team. If selected, this program can be highlighted on your resume to let future employers know you are driven and eager to apply your skills in a professional setting.

How do I know if this program is right for me?

All you need is an interest in analytical areas like math, statistics, business, engineering, public policy, finance, economics or law. Economic consulting intersects with many industries, so you may be majoring in one of these areas, or still deciding. This workshop features a panel session with consulting teammates, including Research Analysts, who can help recommend courses or areas of study to shape your academic path. We are not just looking for students who do well on coursework, but for those who consistently want to learn more, and who approach problems with creativity.

We welcome and want to be inclusive of students of all identities. We champion applicants including but not limited to women, underrepresented populations, first generation students, student veterans, LGBTQIA+, those with disabilities, to name a few. Team players, problem solvers, quiz lovers and curious students are strongly encouraged to apply!

Program Agenda

During A Day in the (B)Hive, you’ll get to hear directly from executive leadership at Brattle, Research Analysts who’ve recently joined the firm, senior members of our consulting teams, and the Talent Acquisition team.

Sessions include:

  • Q&A Panel: What is Economic Consulting?
    • Learn about project work and the day-to-day life of a Research Analyst
    • Hear how our consultants have applied their college coursework to the real world (Spoiler alert: It’s not all about the economics courses!)
  • Q&A Panel: Career path planning & coursework recommendations
    • Learn about courses and areas of study that will help you decide if this is a career path that interests you and how to best prepare for the Research Analyst role after graduation
  • What is Economic Consulting: The Anatomy of a Case
    • Who are our clients and what do we do for them? What would my role on the team look like and whom would I work with on a daily basis?
  • Resume 101
    • Get tips on how to build your resume from experienced Recruiters
    • Participants will also be eligible for additional 1:1 resume assistance

Why Brattle?

The Brattle experience provides a base skillset and insight into industries and experts that benefit careers in any industry.

  • Brattle fosters a community of diverse and intelligent employees who work together to solve complex problems and form professional and meaningful connections.
  • The work environment is casual; the atmosphere is collegial; and you will receive mentorship from Analysts, MBA & PhD Associates and Principals.
  • Brattle prepares you for top PhD (and other graduate) programs in areas like Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Operations Research, and more.
  • Former analysts continue onto careers in a variety of industries including Tech, Finance, Healthcare, Academia, and more.

Qualifications & How to Apply

Applicants must be enrolled in their second year of undergraduate Bachelor studies with an anticipated graduation in 2026, and must have an interest in applying quantitative methods in a consulting environment.

To be considered, please submit the following by 11:59 PM EST on Sunday, April 28, 2024. Please use your school issued email address on your application.

  • Transcript
  • Resume draft (optional)
  • A 250-300 word tailored statement describing the most interesting class you’ve taken in your undergraduate studies OR describing something about The Brattle Group that resonates with you.

Selected participants will be notified by May 6, 2024 and be eligible for Early Decision upon applying to the summer 2025 internship. 

 

 

THE EMPLOYER

The Brattle Group answers complex economic, finance, and regulatory questions for corporations, law firms, and governments around the world. We are distinguished by the clarity of our insights and the credibility of our experts, which include leading international academics and industry specialists. Brattle has over 400 talented professionals across four continents. For more information, please visit our website.

 

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The Brattle Group is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity and expression, age, height, weight, domestic partner status, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or HIV status (AIDS/HIV status), genetic information, sexual orientation, disability (where the applicant or employee is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation), marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, drug or alcohol abuse or alcoholism, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

 

We encourage all applicants to click here to review our full Equal Employer Opportunity Statement and here for more information on our commitment to promoting equity and inclusion across all identities and experiences.  

 

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