[Journeys with Final Round AI] Breaking Into the Big Four - I made it without a business degree and elite internships

Final Round AI
3 min readJan 13, 2024
Journeys with Final Round AI Episode 2

Journeys with Final Round AI is a series of user submissions about their experiences with Final Round AI. Below is a submission from a user landed her dream job at big four in late 2023.

1. Dual Commitment: Balancing full-time work while completing a degree full-time.

2. Educational Path: Holds a non-traditional degree in Social Sciences from rank 500+ college

Hi, I’m Emma. My journey to landing a job at PwC was anything but conventional, and it’s a story I’m excited to share, especially for those who might find themselves in a similar situation.

I was juggling full-time work while finishing my degree. This experience wasn’t just about time management; it gave me a unique set of skills and confidence that many of my peers didn’t have. I realized early on that if I wanted to break into a big four like PwC, I needed to leverage my unique background and new tech in AI.

Networking became my first step. I attended every industry event I could, made sure to stand out, and followed up with every interesting person I met. This wasn’t just about collecting business cards; it was about building genuine connections. I remember vividly the conversations, the insights shared, and the way my perspective broadened with each interaction.

But I knew networking wouldn’t be enough. That’s where Final Round AI came in. This AI tool was a game-changer for me. It helped me tailor my resume to highlight my unique strengths in a way that resonated with PwC’s expectations.

The most crucial call out — the interview Copilot! It didn’t just help me prepare; it was like having an intelligent guide by my side, offering real-time prompts, notes, and hints during my practice sessions. These features were invaluable. They helped me learn how to keep my thoughts clear and structured, even when the pressure was mounting.

Imagine being in the interview zoom, the questions coming at you, each one a potential make-or-break moment. Thanks to the Copilot, I had already experienced this scenario multiple times. The AI’s prompts had taught me how to quickly organize my thoughts and respond in a manner that was not only accurate but also professionally articulate. More importantly, their notes are all tailored by my own background and experience in both education and career! It really helped me step out!

Two weeks later, I had landed the job at PwC. It was a moment of pure joy and a bit of disbelief. Looking back, I realize that it wasn’t just my experience or even the AI tool that got me the job. It was the combination of my unique background, strategic networking, and how I used Final Round AI to bring it all together.

To anyone out there trying to break into their dream role, especially in a competitive field, remember this: Your unique journey adds incredible value. Leverage it, combine it with the right tools, and never underestimate the power of being yourself.

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