So you're nervous about finding a job after graduation. You've been exploring your interests in the classroom, but are not really sure if you will enjoy the real world application of business concepts. Before my blog delves into the opportunities that consulting has to offer, let me give you some advice that has helped me in my job search. 
If you are early in your academic career, start trying to get some hands-on experience. Even if you're about to graduate, don't worry, if you don't like your first or second job, it's not the end of the world. You've got a lifetime to find out what your truly passionate about.
Here are some general guidelines on trying to figure out where in the business world your skill set may fit:
- Network. Ask people you know what they do every day and what types of skills their position encompasses.
- Apply for internships, externships or any opportunities that could be a fit. Even if you do not exactly meet the criteria of candidates they are looking for, the worst thing an employer can say is no, which really isn't that bad.
- Do some research. Jobs and internships won't just be handed to you. You should know what you want, what your skill set is and why you have applied for a given opportunity.
- Don't apply or take an opportunity just for the firm name or salary. This may not be the best fit and you could wind up miserable.
- Don't limit yourself to only accounting, finance, management and the like. Consulting positions many times encompass several of these fields.
- Use the job search resources available to you. Experience is amazing and where I personally have found all of my job and internship opportunities.
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