Recognized for Excellence
Public Consulting Group received a Campus Forward Award for Excellence in Recruitment Strategies, Candidate Experience, and DE&I.
This reflects Public Consulting Group's unwavering excellence and commitment to providing the best experience for the next generation of talent. Public Consulting Group invests in multi-faceted recruitment strategies, thoughtful candidate experiences with quick responses times and personalized communication, and fostering inclusion during the recruitment process and at the company. See below for the highlights of their strategies in each one of these categories.
Excellence in Recruitment Strategies
Public Consulting Group partners with universities and colleges to build strong relationships with career services, faculty, and student organizations. This includes attending career fairs, speaking at industry-specific events, and participating in campus panels. On-campus recruiting efforts involve hosting recruitment events such as information sessions, workshops, and office hours to connect directly with students and showcase the company’s culture, values, and career opportunities. Job opportunities and internships are posted on university-specific job boards, career platforms, LinkedIn groups, and student-focused platforms like Handshake to reach students in specific programs or majors. Additionally, social media and digital marketing channels, such as Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter, are utilized to create awareness about opportunities by posting content that highlights students’ values and interests, including work-life balance, professional growth, and diversity.
Excellence in Candidate Experience
Public Consulting Group emphasizes constructive feedback as a vital component of the candidate experience. After interviews, personalized and actionable feedback is provided to students, regardless of the outcome. This demonstrates the company’s respect for their time and input, helping candidates grow professionally while enhancing their overall experience with Public Consulting Group. Additionally, the company conducts post-application surveys to gather feedback on the hiring process. This approach helps identify areas for improvement and ensures a continuous refinement of recruitment practices to create a better experience for future candidates.
Excellence in DE&I
Public Consulting Group believes a diverse workforce thrives only within an inclusive and welcoming culture. The company provides continuous diversity and inclusion training, hosts events celebrating cultural differences, and ensures employees feel supported in bringing their authentic selves to work. These efforts aim to build a team as diverse as the world it serves, offering opportunities to everyone regardless of background, identity, or ability. A key initiative is the Neurodiverse Internship Program, which fosters a more inclusive environment for neurodivergent individuals and provides meaningful opportunities for growth within the organization.
