BCG Background Check
I start at the firm as an associate in August, but haven't heard anything about a background check yet. When does that process typically take place? Thanks!
I start at the firm as an associate in August, but haven't heard anything about a background check yet. When does that process typically take place? Thanks!
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, there isn't specific information about the exact timing of BCG's background check process. However, in a related thread about background checks for other firms, it was mentioned that background checks can sometimes take several weeks and may occur closer to the start date. If you haven't heard anything yet, it might be worth reaching out to HR or your recruiter for clarification on the timeline.
Sources: BCG incoming associate/consultant delayed start date (NA), BCG & Bain 2024 Summer Associate/AC, BCG & Bain 2024 Summer Associate/AC, Private Equity Recruiting Kicked Off?, Goldman BG Check going on 6 weeks now??
As a summer associate, I got the email 2 months before the start date (April background check, June start date).
How through was the background check? Did it verify employment, or just criminal history/graduation?
Reason I ask is I worked at a startup a couple years ago that has since folded, and I’ve run into issues at my old firm when getting verification for that. Joining BCG this fall. Appreciate the help!
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