The Role
Note: this intake is for Summer/Autumn 2026 entry (from July 2026 onwards).
If you wish to start before this time, please apply to our other role (H1 - Spring 2026 Entry). Please do not submit duplicate applications to both roles; your application may be discarded if you do.
A direct pathway into full-time consulting at GCS
What is the Pre-Associate Programme?
The Pre-Associate Programme is GCS's entry-level hiring route and is designed as a fast-track pathway into full-time Associate roles. It is targeted at recent graduates or those in their final year of study. No prior consulting experience is required.
The programme begins with an initial four-week placement, during which you will join a live project team and contribute meaningfully from day one. Depending on performance, project demand, and individual circumstances, the placement may be extended. Exceptional performers may be invited to transition directly into a full-time Associate role at the end of the programme.
What you'll do
Over the initial four weeks, you will gain hands-on experience in strategy consulting and commercial due diligence, including:
If you wish to start before this time, please apply to our other role (H1 - Spring 2026 Entry). Please do not submit duplicate applications to both roles; your application may be discarded if you do.
A direct pathway into full-time consulting at GCS
What is the Pre-Associate Programme?
The Pre-Associate Programme is GCS's entry-level hiring route and is designed as a fast-track pathway into full-time Associate roles. It is targeted at recent graduates or those in their final year of study. No prior consulting experience is required.
The programme begins with an initial four-week placement, during which you will join a live project team and contribute meaningfully from day one. Depending on performance, project demand, and individual circumstances, the placement may be extended. Exceptional performers may be invited to transition directly into a full-time Associate role at the end of the programme.
What you'll do
Over the initial four weeks, you will gain hands-on experience in strategy consulting and commercial due diligence, including:
- Serving as a core member of our case teams to deliver evidence-based insights to our clients
- Developing research approaches, conducting primary interviews, and analysing markets, customers, channels, and competitors
- Performing rigorous quantitative and qualitative analysis
- Developing structured deliverables in PowerPoint and Word formats
- Working with senior team members to turn insights into value creation strategies
- Contributing to our positive, collaborative team culture
- Taking ownership of your learning with mentorship and frequent feedback