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PA Consulting Graduate Program Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 8 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

3 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
50% Positive experience

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at PA Consulting.

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Graduate Trainee

Consulting · more than a year ago

Entry Difficult Positive experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Group
Interview formats
Case Group Behavioral

It was a challenging interview. There were one-on-one interviews, which often included a case study. Sometimes you'd also have an assessment day with a group exercise where they watch you work.

Confirmed questions2 questions
  • What is your motivation for seeking employment at PA Consulting?
  • What makes you a suitable candidate for this position?
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Graduate Scheme

Consulting

Entry Average Positive experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

The interview process involved a psychometric test followed by a HireVue video interview. This was similar to other companies, nothing new. The HireVue consisted of behavioral and situational questions. Overall, it was a positive process, but I did not pass the HireVue interview.

Confirmed questions2 questions
  • Could you explain your interest in PA Consulting?
  • What draws you to a career in consulting?
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Graduate Student

Other

Entry Difficult Neutral experience No offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Recruiter call Group Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Group Behavioral

First, there was an online application where I had to answer a motivation question and upload my CV. Then, I did an Artic Shores assessment. After that, my CV was reviewed. Next, I had a virtual Assessment Centre, and finally, there was a in person interview.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • What does success mean to you?

PA Consulting Graduate Program Interview Questions

Quoted word for word from PA Consulting interview reports.

What is your motivation for seeking employment at PA Consulting?

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Tell me about a time you showed leadership or teamwork.

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What makes you a suitable candidate for this position?

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What understanding do you have of the specific role you've applied for?

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Tell me about a time you demonstrated a specific competency.

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 8 PA Consulting interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 41.2%
Technical 29.4%
Group 17.6%
Case 11.8%

Interview difficulty

Easy 12.5%
Average 50%
Difficult 37.5%

Candidate experience

Neutral 37.5%
Positive 50%
Negative 12.5%