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Student Gains EY Internship After Entering University Career Fair Without Authorization
A student expected to intern at EY in 2027 attended a university career fair he was not enrolled at to meet company representatives. EY US early careers leader Francesca Jones said the initiative helped the candidate stand out in later interviews.
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A candidate expected to begin an EY internship in 2027 gained access to a career fair at a large university he did not attend, Business Insider reported. The student attended to expand his network and speak with an EY partner he knew would be present. " Jones stated that the approach demonstrated eagerness and left a lasting impression.
The candidate advanced to the interview stage. During interviews he referenced earlier conversations and drew on networking and skills developed in college, Jones said. "By the time he got to the interview, his comfortability was so strong and so high," she said.
A few months later the candidate introduced himself to Jones. She already knew his name, his school, and the details of how he received the internship offer. Jones said the candidate proved to be a "huge dot connector," a quality the firm seeks.
Jones noted that curiosity and an exploratory mindset have become priorities for EY hiring as AI changes work processes. She said candidates who show these traits stand out when there is no established guidebook for new conditions.
