Why SEED?
Real Client Experience
Work directly with a wide variety of organizations on meaningful business problems and see your recommendations put into action.
Professional Growth
Develop skills in problem solving, research, financial analysis, presentation, communication, and client management.
A Strong Community
Join an ambitious but supportive group of students who become teammates, mentors, and friends.
Opportunities to Lead
Take ownership of projects, mentor younger members, manage client relationships, and help shape the future of SEED.
Who We Look For
There isn't one type of SEED consultant. We recruit students from different majors, backgrounds, and levels of prior experience. You don't need previous consulting experience to join SEED. We're much more interested in how you think, work with others, and approach challenges.
Intellectual Curiosity
Intellectual Curiosity
We look for students who ask thoughtful questions, enjoy learning, and want to understand the “why” behind a problem.
Personable and Professional
We want members who are easy to work with, communicate well, and can build trust with both teammates and clients.
Individuality
We value people who bring their own perspectives, experiences, and way of thinking to the team.
Open to Growth
The best consultants are willing to learn, accept feedback, and continuously improve throughout their time in SEED.
What we don't expect:
A perfect résumé. Previous consulting experience. A business major. Knowing how to case before recruitment begins.
What to expect when you apply...
Our process is designed to learn more about you, your potential, and how you'll contribute to SEED and build relationships with clients.
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Learn About SEED
Attend an info session or a coffee chat, and learn about our projects and culture.
Submit Your
Application
Submit your resume and a few personal details for review
First Round Interview
A conversational interview focused on getting to know you, your experiences, and how you problem solve.
Second Round Interview
A more in-depth conversation focused on your skills, goals, and how you would contribute to SEED
Join SEED
New members are staffed on projects and begin training with other new seedlings.
Fall 2026 Recruitment Timeline
Application Open
Interest Meetings
Coffee Chats
Application Due
August 17th
August 26th & 27th
August 28th-30th
September 1st
Your First Semester in SEED
What happens once you get in?
Learn
Complete new-member training in consulting fundamentals, Excel, research, presentations, and client communication.
The
SEEDling
Experience
Consult
Join a project team and work directly with an organization throughout the semester. Tackle weekly deliverables and compile research with your team.
Grow
Receive mentorship from experienced members while participating in workshops, socials, and professional development opportunities.
Real work. Real people. Real community.
SEED is about more than project work. Members build relationships through mentorships, socials, case competitions, game nights, Bodo’s on the Lawn, and traditions like our catered new-member final dinner, creating a community that makes the experience just as memorable outside of consulting.
FAQs
Ready to grow with SEED?
We're looking for curious, driven, collaborative students who want to challenge themselves and make an impact.
Questions about recruitment?
Contact seeduva.membership@gmail.com