Accenture

Summer Analyst

June - August 2018 • Chicago, IL

What I liked

I loved working for Accenture this past summer. They have an amazing internship program that fostered an inclusive environment and treated me like another full-time employee. Accenture doesn't believe in using the term "intern" and instead, they are called "analysts". Nobody on my client team would know I was the intern if I did not say so. This really set the tone for the summer and I felt valued for the work I was doing. I felt as though I could make a real contribution to the company.

What I wish was different

I wish during my internship, I could have received the opportunity to have more feedback. While the internship was well organized, it lacked a formal process for providing feedback from my supervisor. Feedback is a great learning process and I would like to receive and apply that feedback to future positions.

Advice

I would tell people to network and connect with as many people as possible. I learned everyone at Accenture was very willing to sit down and answer any questions I had, however, I didn’t realize this until the end of my internship. If I could redo anything, I would have reached out to more people within the company sooner and scheduled quick coffee meetings with them. You can learn so much from the people who have been in the company for years. They are more often than not willing to help you out and they are great resources for the future.

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Management Consulting Summer Analyst

June - August 2018 • New York City, NY

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Get out of your comfort zone as best as you can. Explore new fields, industries, and people as much as possible throughout your summer. Accenture has a lot to offer and it takes time to learn about it all.

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Technology Analyst

January 2018 • San Jose, CA

What I liked

I’ve had so much exposure to the corporate world by entering the consulting firm. There are so many opportunities, and you get to pave the way to ensure your career is going in the direction you want. It’s been an amazing experience so far.

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

Don’t be afraid to be open to roles you maybe offered, because every role is a great learning experience.

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Software Developer

March 2018 • New York City, NY

What I liked

Enjoy working at a big company with many different opportunities

What I wish was different

Advice

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Strategy Summer Analyst

June - August 2018 • Chicago, IL

What I liked

Working in Accenture Strategy provided me with a fabulous opportunity to engage in the long-term strategic planning of a big box electronics retailer. Furthermore, since I was working on a traveling project, I was able to experience much of what working in consulting full-time would be like. This, coupled with the training and networking that the firm provided made my summer very exciting and educational.

What I wish was different

Pre-internship training was a bit lacking. While there is a week of onboarding prior to heading out to the client site, some greater effort to enhance the baseline skills of interns, many of whom aren't coming from a business or technical background, would increase the quality of the experience they can get from the internship and enhance the contributions that they can provide to their teams.

Advice

Accenture is a massive company and there isn't really a set framework or path to follow. This can be a bit daunting, but it also provides a huge opportunity to network within the firm and pursue the opportunities that you want to. While you're here, my biggest advice is to NETWORK!

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Consulting Senior Analyst

February 2017 • San Francisco, CA

What I liked

It's a great place for diversified learning, especially as a first job out of college. I appreciate the breadth of skills that I have the opportunity to absorb, and all the avenues of growth that consulting at Accenture has to offer.

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

It's important to do your research on the firm and its practices prior to interviews and conversing with the recruiters - it's okay not to know everything, but it's never impressive to know nothing. Ask questions at events to get to know more and fill in the gaps on what you don't understand, but showing up without having done any research on your own doesn't fare well with any potential employer.

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Summer Consulting Intern

June - August 2018 • Washington, DC

What I liked

The support they provided through "buddies" which were current employees there to guide your experience and provide advice.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Summer Consulting Analyst

May - August 2018 • Austin, TX

What I liked

The opportunities for growth within the company. The friendly company culture and how people are continuously trying to help you!

What I wish was different

The number of networking events. I wish there would have been more of that and training for us to take advantage of.

Advice

Make sure you know excel and network during your internship. Don't be scared to ask questions.

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Consulting Summer ANalyst

June - August 2019 • Austin, TX

What I liked

The learning environment

What I wish was different

More options to substitute internship for courses.

Advice

You will learn all necessary technical skills on the job so no need to hesitate to apply die to lack of technical training.

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Consulting Analyst Intern

June - September 2018 • San Francisco, CA

What I liked

Exposure to real consulting practices & ownership of work

What I wish was different

The location

Advice

Your experience will largely depend on the project you are on!

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Summer Analyst

June - August 2018 • Houston, TX

What I liked

My intern class, my team , my team buddy, intern outings/events, my work/project

What I wish was different

Nothing, I loved everything about my experience!

Advice

Get close with your team buddy, as they will be the one that will be providing you feedback on your performance, which can lead to them also determining whether or not you get a return offer.

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Technology Analyst Intern

June - August 2018 • San Francisco, CA

What I liked

Accenture has a great summer internship program! You get the chance to be an integral part of a team producing client deliverables. In this setting you work with other analysts, managers, and occasionally interface with company leadership as well as you support the team and the client. Additionally, there are tons of opportunities to meet other interns and build your Accenture network. The quality / interest of the work depends on the project (which is life in consulting), but generally most interns like their experience.

What I wish was different

You have no say in the project you are placed on. This is totally understandable (staffing interns is very difficult since its a huge supply of relatively low skill employees all at one time), but at the same time, I would have selected a different project if I had the chance. That being said, everything is a learning opportunity.

Advice

Take a positive mindset into your project. Focus on maintaining this. Naturally, entry-level work is not always the most interesting, but if you see your working fit into the bigger picture, and focus on learning and developing, you'll find satisfaction.

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Human Resources Summer Analyst

June - August 2021 • New York City, NY

What I liked

I got to work on many different projects and many different people. The projects I worked on were high level and actually used by the company. I also got to build a great network with my coworkers.

What I wish was different

My internship was completely virtual due to COVID, but I wish I could have done at least some of it in person.

Advice

Ask questions and ask for feedback regularly.

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Strategy Analyst Intern

June - July 2018 • Houston, TX

What I liked

I really enjoyed the community that Accenture had. Everyone there was so friendly and welcoming that I immediately felt comfortable in the new environment.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Digital Consulting

June - August 2018 • New York City, NY

What I liked

During my time at Accenture, my team gave me a tremendous amount of responsibility. They really trust you and depend on you as if you were a full time analyst. This not only reflects in the deliverables they give you, but also in the face time you get with senior clients. As a summer analyst, I was given the opportunity to take ownership over a main deliverable, working with VPs and senior level leaders to develop a product they felt proud of. This kind of responsibility and face time is something that many of my friends at other firms were not given and for that I am so grateful not to mention stronger because of it.

What I wish was different

While my hours were not atypical to the industry, I wish I had known that as a summer analyst, your hours can be quite long. Although, I suppose it is a good thing that Accenture treats their summer analysts as they would full time analysts. At least you know you are getting a realistic depiction of what the job really looks and feels like. I also wish that there had been more programming throughout the summer with fellow summer analysts. Since everyone is dispersed throughout the metropolitan area at various client sites, if you don't go into Accenture offices on Friday then you don't really get the opportunity to meet and bond with your fellow summer analysts. I highly, highly recommend you go into Accenture's office on Friday for this very reason. Otherwise, you only see summer analysts during the two or so scheduled activities throughout the summer.

Advice

During your time at Accenture you must advocate for yourself and ensure you are getting the kinds of opportunities and experiences that will allow you to grow. If you are not getting the kinds of experiences you want or the kinds you feel you need, speak up. Everyone at Accenture is so open and receptive that if you put in the effort to propose a thoughtful plan to do something, most likely you will be given the okay to go ahead and see it through. With that said, you should always search for ways to add value to both your team and client. The onus is on you to do so and most likely no one will lay out a direct path for you. My advice: find pleasure in the small things, like creating a weekly newsletter for your team or organizing a team dinner. These small acts do not go unrecognized and will go a long way in demonstrating your dedication and commitment to the team. Lastly, do not be afraid to bring in new knowledge. If you have something to share, share it. If you have a new, more efficient way of doing something, propose its implementation. Speaking up and adding value are some of the best ways that you can be recognized and helps you stand out as an intern.

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Analyst (Management Consulting)

February 2018 • San Jose, CA

What I liked

Everyday is new and different. There's excitement around every corner. Well... sometimes but even when it's not the people are awesome so it's still fun.

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

The first two weeks of any job you should do very little talking and a lot of listening.

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IT Consultant

September 2017 • St. Louis, MO

What I liked

As a consultant, there is a wide variety of jobs and projects I can do. If I do not like a specific job, I can search for something new as soon as the project is over. With Accenture's vast network, there are available projects in almost every industry and expertise.

What I wish was different

I wish I had found my current job sooner. It took me a year to have a full time office job.

Advice

Be open to trying something new. There are many occupations that do not have a "shoe-in" college major; instead of looking for a specific major or study, they look for an active mind and a problem-solving attitude. Also, if it is taking time to find your permanent job, try to stay mentally active, either with studies or volunteering to show you are still improving yourself.

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IT Consultant

September 2017 • St. Louis, MO

What I liked

As a consultant, there are a variety of projects you can work on. And if you do not like a specific job, you can look for a new project as soon as the current one is done. Or if the project is long term, you can work with HR to find a roll-off date and a replacement. My company is also very invested in their employees personal growth, both in and out of work. There many volunteer opportunities and classes you can partake in.

What I wish was different

I wish I had found this job sooner. It took me an entire year to find a full time office job.

Advice

Be open to try new things. Not all occupations have a "shoe-in" college major. Accenture will hire consultants with all backgrounds due to their presence in nearly every industry and expertise.They primarily look for active minds and problem-solving attitudes. Also, if it is taking you awhile to find your permanent job, try to stay mentally active by volunteering or continuing your studies (not necessarily by going back to school). This will show interviewers that you are active, self-motivated, and are willing to improve yourself.

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Technology Analyst

June - August 2020 • Chicago, IL

What I liked

The programming for all summer analysts was great. Very organized, thoughtful, and well-done given the virtual environment. The technology summer Hackathon was also a great project to work on throughout the summer.

What I wish was different

The project I was assigned to did not fit my interests very well, and my manager had never managed anyone before. I wish I had been more interested in my day-to-day work, but I did really enjoy the Hackathon work.