01 Revise the scope when the client adds a constraint
“The case is presented as a real-time scenario between a client and consultant.” (opens the source)
Confirm the outcome the client needs before trading work away.
Consulting interview prep when AI changes what you can promise
Handle client pushback, scope changes and handover.
Practice a scope changePractice interviews
02 Confirm who can run the work
Ask the person who will run the process which decisions they can own.
03 Count the work that an AI pilot adds
Measure review time with drafting time before you recommend expansion.
04 Agree how to compare results
“a group exercise and a 1:1 strengths based interview” (opens the source)
The UK Accelerate guide for the September 2025–August 2026 season describes a group exercise. Practice agreeing what the figures count before presenting a shared answer.
Check your interview instructions
- Personal notes and recording Thoughtworks Canada’s recruitment policy prohibits personal AI notetakers and recording tools during interviews. Contact the recruiter in advance if you need an accommodation.
Checked November 10, 2026
Sources
- Capgemini Invent, US early careers guidance, at the time. Capgemini, “Young professionals, graduates and students”, Undated. Open the source. Checked against the published text.
- Lucy Cho, Early Careers Recruiter, at the time. Accenture, “Ready to stand out at your assessment day? Here’s my tips for group case studies”, Undated. Open the source. Checked against the published text.
- Julie Sweet, Chair and Chief Executive Officer, at the time. Accenture Investor Relations, “Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2026 Financial Results Conference Call Transcript”, Undated. Open the source. Checked against the published text.
- Capgemini Invent, UK Accelerate recruitment guidance, at the time. Capgemini, “Recruitment process”, Undated. Open the source. Checked against the published text.
Last reviewed Nov 10, 2026