Riya is a Mechanical Engineering student from Queen Mary University London. She secured a graduate Audit job at BDO in London, through Bright Network. 
What motivated you to apply for your role?
“I was motivated to apply for the role because I always wanted to work in a big name company. The opportunities here are endless and the culture seems amazing.”
What was the application process like?
“The application process had multiple stages and was quite long, so took quite a lot of preparation and patience.”
How did Bright Network help you secure your role?
“Bright Network helped me secure my role, by presenting me the opportunity and giving me tips on how to ace the interview.”
What are you most proud of about your journey?
“I’m most proud of my perseverance. Getting rejected from roles is hard, so it was important to never feel demotivated.”
What are your tips for people looking to follow in your footsteps?
“My advice would be to stay consistent. It’s easy to lose hope but just keep pushing through and you’ll land your dream role.”
Tell us about the future. What’s next?
“I’m looking forward to qualifying for the ACA and evolving in my career.”
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