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Grant Thornton, Philadelphia, Audit Associate

1.  Start studying for the CPA directly upon graduation.  It will only get harder the more time passes.  
2.  Study and try to retain the information being learned in classes, it will be helpful. 
3.  Most accounting jobs directly out of college will pay roughly the same amount.  Pick the job where you felt most comfortable during the interviews. 
4.  Upon being hired and beginning work, SAVE MONEY!

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Get internships if possible and NETWORK. You don't always have to go to Big 4 to get great experience (although the resume cred is great). I actually recommend smaller regional firms such as GR, Margolis, Kreischer. You learn AUDIT and TAX and gives you a great background for the future. Plus your work/life balance is probably a little easier.

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Enjoy college, don't worry too much about finding a job. If you go to the Big 4, you probably won't be there more than 3 years, so don’t make it your life (unless you plan to be a partner). Don't completely disregard smaller firms. Take the CPA exam as soon as you can after college - the longer you wait, the harder it is to get back into studying.

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Network! Make sure you take advantage of the events that are planned by the Beta officers and get out there and meet all the great people who were once in your shoes.

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Get to know the recruiters – get an internship, consider passing CPA before you start working full-time

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Try to stay active in the organization and attend as many events as possible, especially the ones that allow for visibility with prospective employers.

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Go to the various events Beta has because there are some really good networking opportunities

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To start studying/taking the CPA exam immediately after graduation; it is much easier to study when you are not working full-time!

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PwC (Boston) ; Asher & Co (Philadelphia)

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NETWORK!! It makes interviews as well as the entire job seeking process so much easier.

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- Get “REALLY” involved in BAP. Don’t just attend meetings. Run for office, help with events, tutor accounting students, go to community service events, share your ideas, etc.
- Grades do matter! GPA is the most important line on the resume as an entry-level applicant. A high GPA tells the employer that you are a committed and hard-working person. Couple your good grades with your involvement in BAP and you will automatically be a top tier candidate for any firm.

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Network with teachers. Make sure they know you because they know a lot of the recruiters very well.

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2008

Continue to stay focused no matter, never give up, and try to be the best at everything you do. Also, participate in as many networking events as possible to establish relationships with professionals.

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Get noticed in a good way. Intern anywhere and everywhere you can. Ask lots of questions. Prepare for interviews a lot.

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Be involved and actively network with professionals at all events

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Get involved with as many organizations as possible and take on leadership roles.

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Goldman Sachs

Work hard in college and it will pay off when you’re done. I have
been on both sides of the academic gpa scale and can tell you its much
better to be coming out on top. It gives you so many more choices for
employment and a better start to your career which will translate to more
employment flexibility in the future.

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Grant Thornton

Become active in all the events Beta has to offer, don’t be shy and talk to recruiters and fellow BAP members, and become a tutor! (I wish I had because it would have helped me out a lot more right now as I am studying for my CPA) Don’t get caught up in the big 4, there are plenty of jobs out there, don’t stop looking for something that fits your personality the best!