Job Research

'Big 4' accounting firms:

1. Ernst & Young
   
2. PricewaterhouseCoopers
   
3. Deloitte & Touche
   
4. KPMG

Entry level career site: CollegeGrad.com

From a broader view, you’ll be most likely to succeed at Ernst & Young if you can:

* Think and work analytically.
* Communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.
* Prioritize effectively.
* Think independently.
* Exercise sound judgment and common sense.
* Cooperate and work well with others.
* Develop strong, lasting relationships.
* Show flexibility and quickly adapt to new situations.
* Embrace and thrive on challenge.

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An interview can help you make a lasting impression—so be ready for it.

Prepare
Review your resume and accomplishments. Plan and practice for the interview. "Mock" interviews with another person often help. We want to get a sense of the contributions you can make. We may ask you to describe examples of how you've handled a difficult situation in the past, or to tell us about something you’re proud of.

Know Yourself
Be confident. Examine your skills, interests, strengths and goals. Be ready to relate them to the job for which you're applying. If you're curious, ask questions; just be aware of things you should already know or could easily answer yourself.

Research
Be knowledgeable about the profession and Ernst & Young. Check out various sources, including our website and recruiting brochure (pdf, 820K), magazine articles, and professional journals. Talk to people in the industry to gain insight into the business.

Be Professional
Be on time. Look professional and express yourself as best you can. Consider the position, work culture, and office environment when you dress. Speak clearly and stay on topic when answering questions. Try to maintain appropriate eye contact and use positive body language to show you're engaged in the conversation. If you have a cellular phone, don't forget to turn it off before any interview.

Relax
There's no one "right" way to behave in an interview, and we’re not here to make this difficult for you. We want to get to know the real you, so please, be yourself. Our people are just trying to get the best information they can from you in the time that you have together, so try to enjoy it!