Accenture & KPMG job Application fail!! Gutted

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Hi All,

My first post on this website so Hi to all.

I follow this quality forum quite frequently so today decided to dedicate my first post about something that has really disappointed me recently.

I started working in IT about 8 years ago after I graduated with a BSC Computer Science degree. From the time I started studying at the university I always hoped to work for a big consultancy company.

A couple of years into my job, as an Network Technician, I applied for a couple of relevant vacancies at Accenture and KPMG. I spent a few days on the applications forms but got a rejection email from both companies saying that I was unsuccessful without stating why. The reason, I thought, could be down to the amount of experience I had at that time.

5-6 years on (October 2014), Again I applied for jobs at Accenture & KPMG that I thought were suited to my experience and qualifications. After a week or so I got the same similar rejection emails with no reasoning. So gutted I didn't even make past the first hurdle :Angryfire . Why is so tough to get a job with these companies?

I believe myself to be a very hard worker who has a decent degree with decent amount of experience and capable of doing the jobs that were advertised. My A-levels grades are reasonable and I possess a 2:1 degree. The job application never mentioned if certain grades were required or experience in 'consultancy' was a must.

Has anyone experienced a similar situation to this? Anyone on this forum work for either of these companies?

Is it easier to get a job when referred by a friend or family that already work for these companies?

Thanks

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Be thankful you didn't get into Accenture, they are an awful company to work for and drive you to the edge. I know two people that left to join them and within a year came back because they simply lie (position was for an architect, 3 days a week away, 2 days at home) both people ended up working over 500 miles away 5-7 days away, which isn't great if you have a family.

To be fair, I've worked in IT for over 20 years (built up from desktop support, through to senior, team leader, manager, infrastructure specialist and now Infrastructure Enterprise Architect), and it's quite difficult nowadays, mainly because support staff are ten a penny (not like it was in the mid 90's where you could command any fee and get any job if you were good enough), and with respect, degrees in computer science add nothing to the value of your position.

It's the same with all these people that run off to do a MCSE crash course, whom have never worked in IT and think they are going to jump into a 25k a year job; Personally when I've interviewed people, I ignore it as they teach nothing about reality (don't take it personally though, its just my viewpoint when recruiting). It's experience that really counts. These type of things are best done, when you are in a position, rather than before (I know a few people studying for their MCSE in 2012, but are also in an environment (which I'm currently designing) that will give them the experience.

You said network technician, so I assume cisco/engineer type work as opposed to first/second line support at a desktop level. If it is, then it's a bit more of a difficult area to get into, as you have to have the background, direct qualifications and experience. You also didn't say what you've been doing for the 5-6 years?, generally support positions are about a three year hop, so realistically I would expect a probable couple positions of experience and demonstration of an increase in responsibility i.e. >Senior.
 
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Exos said:
Be thankful you didn't get into Accenture, they are an awful company to work for and drive you to the edge. I know two people that left to join them and within a year came back because they simply lie (position was for an architect, 3 days a week away, 2 days at home) both people ended up working over 500 miles away 5-7 days away, which isn't great if you have a family.

To be fair, I've worked in IT for over 20 years (built up from desktop support, through to senior, team leader, manager, infrastructure specialist and now Infrastructure Enterprise Architect), and it's quite difficult nowadays, mainly because support staff are ten a penny (not like it was in the mid 90's where you could command any fee and get any job if you were good enough), and with respect, degrees in computer science add nothing to the value of your position.

It's the same with all these people that run off to do a MCSE crash course, whom have never worked in IT and think they are going to jump into a 25k a year job; Personally when I've interviewed people, I ignore it as they teach nothing about reality (don't take it personally though, its just my viewpoint when recruiting). It's experience that really counts. These type of things are best done, when you are in a position, rather than before (I know a few people studying for their MCSE in 2012, but are also in an environment (which I'm currently designing) that will give them the experience.

You said network technician, so I assume cisco/engineer type work as opposed to first/second line support at a desktop level. If it is, then it's a bit more of a difficult area to get into, as you have to have the background, direct qualifications and experience. You also didn't say what you've been doing for the 5-6 years?, generally support positions are about a three year hop, so realistically I would expect a probable couple positions of experience and demonstration of an increase in responsibility i.e. >Senior.
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Thanks for the response, Appreciate it.

For the last 5-6 years I moved up slightly from 1st line to 2nd line Support /some 3rd line support. I've had exposer to senior responsibilities but not as much as I would have liked.My job also includes providing support for Cisco kit as I am CCNA qualified. I'm currently studying for the MCSA 2012.

Didn't know Accenture were that bad but having Accenture on your CV works wonders. If I was applying for these type of jobs after graduating then I'd expect to be declined because just having a degree is not enough.

Now that I have some experience under my belt I will feel confident in applying for other jobs as I have a good chance of getting an interview.

Maybe I'm just a bit annoyed that I didn't get any valuable feedback as to why I got rejected instead got the standard email that is sent out by these companies.
 
king84x said:
Thanks for the response, Appreciate it.

For the last 5-6 years I moved up slightly from 1st line to 2nd line Support /some 3rd line support. I've had exposer to senior responsibilities but not as much as I would have liked.My job also includes providing support for Cisco kit as I am CCNA qualified. I'm currently studying for the MCSA 2012.

Didn't know Accenture were that bad but having Accenture on your CV works wonders. If I was applying for these type of jobs after graduating then I'd expect to be declined because just having a degree is not enough.

Now that I have some experience under my belt I will feel confident in applying for other jobs as I have a good chance of getting an interview.

Maybe I'm just a bit annoyed that I didn't get any valuable feedback as to why I got rejected instead got the standard email that is sent out by these companies.
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You never will, but you get used to it after a while. Lots of other companies out there though bud; CapGemini, CGI, Capita, CSC, IBM, TCS to name but a few.

Try places like jobserve etc. generally quite a few positions there if you are looking for a change.
 
Hi @king84x,

Welcome to DW, sorry to hear about your luck with a new job.

Keep plugging away mate, you will get there!

Regards
Mick
 
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Mick said:
Hi @king84x,

Welcome to DW, sorry to hear about your luck with a new job.

Keep plugging away mate, you will get there!

Regards
Mick
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Thank you mate
 
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king84x said:
Thank you mate
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If youre serious about networking, then dont bother with an MCSE, get your CCNP or various other CCNA's, and keep applying to places. Linkedin is another good place to get yourself seen, I currently work for a semi-large IT company as a NOC team leader.

I joined and worked my way up, getting my CCNA and various other qualifications along the way. Sometimes it's better to get into a company and work your way up, rather than trying to get into the big companies straight off the bat.
 
janobi said:
If youre serious about networking, then dont bother with an MCSE, get your CCNP or various other CCNA's, and keep applying to places. Linkedin is another good place to get yourself seen, I currently work for a semi-large IT company as a NOC team leader.

I joined and worked my way up, getting my CCNA and various other qualifications along the way. Sometimes it's better to get into a company and work your way up, rather than trying to get into the big companies straight off the bat.
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Hi mate,

I've passed my CCENT (part 1) and hopefully will have my CCNA in a few months. When searching for jobs esp around Leeds area having just the CCNA isn't enough. I'm concurrently studying both CCNA and MCSA 2012 because most job requirements ask for in-depth knowledge in both. I would like a similar situation to yours where I can work my way up hence the reason why I'm applying for jobs.
 
Hi,

Slightly away from my opening post. I'm applying for a job in a reputable company at the moment, got a Q.

First part of the application form asks me to upload my cv which I have done. Second part is standard, personal details.

The last part is asking me whether I would like to add any 'supporting documents' with this application. I can add up to 5 supporting documents.

Only problem is I'm not sure if I should skip this part? Never had a supporting document with my CV ever and never been asked for it when I've applied for other jobs.

Do you think it would be wise skipping this part as I believe it's optional? I believe all my info is in my CV.

What are your thoughts?
 
I don't ask for much do I, lol

Can someone please DM a decent example of a covering letter/ supporting doc preferably an IT one?
 
I've been working for Accenture for the last 11 years and I thoroughly enjoy it - Yes it is tough at times (longer working hours and spending time away from home) but it purely depends on the projects and client you’re assigned.

I’ve been home-based for the last 2 years and I travel as and when needed.

It is an excellent company to work for - they pay you well and the training and development opportunities are limitless.

I would write to them and ask for a detailed feedback regarding your application.

Good Luck!!
 
KhuramG said:
I've been working for Accenture for the last 11 years and I thoroughly enjoy it - Yes it is tough at times (longer working hours and spending time away from home) but it purely depends on the projects and client you’re assigned.

I’ve been home-based for the last 2 years and I travel as and when needed.

It is an excellent company to work for - they pay you well and the training and development opportunities are limitless.

I would write to them and ask for a detailed feedback regarding your application.

Good Luck!!
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Hi Khuram,

I sent them an email asking for some feedback but not had anything yet. Probably too many people applying, tough competition. A Q, is it easier for someone to get a job at Accenture if that individual was referred by a friend already working there?
 
king84x said:
Hi Khuram,

I sent them an email asking for some feedback but not had anything yet. Probably too many people applying, tough competition. A Q, is it easier for someone to get a job at Accenture if that individual was referred by a friend already working there?
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I would chase again for feedback - though it's a technology based firm but I think sometime writing a traditional letter compare to an email holds more weight.

Not necessarily…however it is definitely a lot easier to move from one client to another if you've worked with individuals before.
 
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