Recognized for Excellence in Every Campus Forward Award Category
Oliver Wyman received a Campus Forward Award for Excellence in Recruitment Strategies, Tech Innovation, Candidate Experience, DE&I, and Internship Programming.
Receiving an award for each category reflects Oliver Wyman's unwavering excellence and commitment to providing the best experience for the next generation of talent. Oliver Wyman invests in innovative recruitment strategies, cutting-edge technology, thoughtful candidate experiences, inclusive recruitment practices, and standout internship programs. See below for the highlights of their strategies in each one of these categories.
Excellence in Recruitment Strategies
Oliver Wyman’s Campus Recruiting team employs a dynamic approach to early-career recruiting, prioritizing access and inclusivity. They host flagship programs like the Diversity Leadership Program and Women’s Leadership Series, engaging college sophomores and juniors through immersive two-day summits in their New York and Dallas offices. Their virtual First-Year Immersion Program introduces freshmen to consulting fundamentals, offering tailored support. These efforts are complemented by virtual case prep sessions, on-campus presentations, coffee chats, and office-based career treks for broader candidate engagement. By combining these initiatives, they are intentionally bridging gaps in opportunity and building a strong, diverse talent pipeline.
Excellence in Tech Innovation
Candidate experience is a crucial part of the recruiting process at any firm, and it can become challenging when companies receive thousands of applicants while striving to provide equal candidate experiences. Oliver Wyman has been leveraging technology to help address this challenge. One example is the use of RippleMatch, which allows the firm to stay in contact with candidates met at campus events (such as info sessions and career fairs) who were either not a fit or not eligible at the time. These students can be added to the RippleMatch community for future engagement opportunities. Technology has also played a significant role this year, as at least 50% of recruiting efforts were conducted virtually. This approach enabled Oliver Wyman to connect with candidates across the country without setbacks.
Excellence in Candidate Experience
Oliver Wyman’s Campus Recruiting team is dedicated to creating a positive and empowering candidate experience. They set candidates up for success by offering interview preparation through case workshops and one-on-one coffee chats. Many candidates participate in their Diversity Leadership Program and Women’s Leadership Series, where they receive extensive career and interview coaching. Oliver Wyman prioritizes equity by ensuring a diverse interviewing team and conducting thorough calibration sessions to maintain fairness in evaluations. Additionally, they provide timely communication, often notifying candidates of decisions immediately after interviews. This combination of preparation, inclusivity, and transparency ensures candidates feel informed, supported, and valued throughout the process.
Excellence in DE&I
Oliver Wyman’s early-career D&I initiative is rooted in access, equity, and community-building. They actively recruit underrepresented talent through flagship programs like the Diversity Leadership Program and Women’s Leadership Series, which provide sophomores and juniors with career coaching, case preparation, and networking opportunities. These programs also serve to introduce participants to consulting, helping bridge knowledge gaps that often limit access for diverse candidates. To retain talent, Oliver Wyman creates an inclusive hiring process with a diverse interview panel and equity-focused calibration. Post-hire, they foster belonging through mentorship, development opportunities, and affinity groups that support personal and professional growth. By prioritizing inclusivity at every stage, Oliver Wyman builds a strong pool of diverse talent and empowers them to thrive in their careers.
Excellence in Internship Programming
Oliver Wyman believes that a robust internship program is key to early talent success and is a strong entry level pathway for consultants. It gives them a real-world experience into consulting. Oliver Wyman is typically between 30-50 interns per year, with a 90%+ return offer rate and over a 70% acceptance rate. Interns are assigned to consulting projects for the duration of their summer. Projects can be tied to a variety of industries such as Financial Services, Energy, Health and Life Sciences, and many more. Interns will receive formal feedback twice during their 8-week program (midpoint and end of summer), that will focus on their growth and development.
