Second Round Interview Question's

Hey everyone, I had an interview on Wed morning with one of the big 4 and was told I should hear back in about 2 weeks regarding whether or not I will get a second round interview. I thought the interview went really well, and I got an email yesterday saying I was invited for a second round interview day. My only issue is that it is for my second choice of office location.

My question is: If I was already invited to a second round for my second office choice does this mean I will not be considered for my first office choice? Will I even know if I am rejected from this location?

Also, if anyone has any experience, how do the second round interviews at the big 4 differ from the first rounds?

Thanks in advance.

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No one on this forum can answer this. You need to talk to HR, and be diplomatic about it. With many of the questions asked on here, all situations are different and any response from here will only quell your neurosis (which we're all entitled to and guilty of) for a day or two. Best to pick up the phone.

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