Team Players
Students who are excited to build a strong community inside and outside project work.
Recruitment Closed
Fall 2026 recruitment has concluded.
Thank you to everyone who applied. Follow our social channels for future recruitment announcements.
Current Status
Applications are currently closed.
There are no active applications, coffee-chat signups, or interviews at this time.
StatusClosed
Next CycleDates TBD
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What We Look For
Curiosity, commitment, and camaraderie.
Analytical Thinkers
Students who enjoy breaking down ambiguous questions and turning them into clear structure.
Excellent Communicators
Students who want to practice presenting ideas clearly, confidently, and with purpose.
Committed Members
Students who show up for the team, take ownership, and follow through on responsibilities.
Diverse Perspectives
Students with different majors, interests, identities, and lived experiences that sharpen their work.
Creative Problem Solvers
Students who are willing to ask better questions and imagine practical paths forward.
Fall 2026 Process
How this recruitment cycle worked.
The completed Fall 2026 cycle followed five stages focused on how candidates think, communicate, and contribute—not prior consulting experience.
- 01ApplicationAugust 24–30
- 02Group InterviewSeptember 1–2
- 03Individual InterviewSeptember 3
- 04Social InterviewSeptember 4
- 05DecisionSeptember 4
Phase details
Select a phase to see its format and preparation guidance.
01 ApplicationYour introduction to 812
What to expect
Submit your application and resume for review. Optional coffee chats take place August 29–30, and first-round decisions are released August 31.
Process
Application→Resume Review→Optional Coffee Chat
02 Group InterviewHow you contribute to a team
What we assess
How you collaborate, communicate, think critically, and move a team discussion forward—not simply how often you speak. Second-round decisions are released September 2.
Format
Introduction→Case 1→Case 2
Strong candidates
- Offer insightful, well-reasoned ideas
- Communicate clearly and professionally
- Invite others in and elevate the group
03 Individual InterviewYour experiences, motivation, and thinking
What we assess
Your communication, professionalism, motivation, critical thinking, and overall fit with 812. Third-round decisions are released September 3.
Format
TMAY→Behavioral→Case→Your Questions
Strong candidates
- Tell structured, authentic stories
- Show specific enthusiasm for 812
- Approach the case clearly and analytically
04 Social InterviewA more relaxed conversation
What to expect
A relaxed environment where we can learn more about your personality, communication style, teamwork, and engagement beyond traditional interviews. Final decisions are released September 4.
Format
Rotating Stations
05 DecisionFinal review and team fit
How decisions work
Candidates are evaluated after every phase. Final selections reflect performance across the process, available project spots, and team needs.