Frequently asked questions

Which type of application do you prefer?

Which type of application do you prefer?

In principle, we'd like to leave it up to you to decide upon the design and content of your application. Since we consider this way of communication the most viable for both sides, we prefer to receive your meaningful application either through our website application form or by e-mail at hr(at)kerkhoff-consulting.com.

Which documents shall be enclosed in my application file?

Which documents shall be enclosed in my application file?

We ask you to provide us with your expressive application files comprising your covering letter, a well structured CV as well as all relevant testimonials (reference letters, traineeship certificates and recent school reports) while considering a maximum upload limit of 3 MB.

How does the application process work?

How does the application process work?

Once you have submitted your application, you will receive a confirmation of receipt. The lead time to process the documents will vary depending on the job and position. In either case you will be contacted by us within a three weeks time frame.

In the event of a favorable decision you will typically be invited to an interview by representatives from our Human Resources department. Furthermore, we utilize Assessment Center technologies to help select recruitment candidates.

How do I prepare myself for the interview?

How do I prepare myself for the interview?

Confirming the good impression of your initial application documents during the interview will require your purposeful preparation! During the interview we intend to get to know each other as part of an open dialogue encompassing two-way presentations. We kindly ask you not to disguise; we certainly do not cast any theater roles. Please have a thorough look at your skills and abilities as well as your "learning areas". Likewise, we would expect you to look at Kerkhoff Consulting, i.e. the company and its consulting offerings. Of course, the emergence of a dialogue assumes that you will ask us questions, too.

What will happen after the interview?

What will happen after the interview?

We would like to give you the opportunity to reflect the information and impressions from the interview to eventually come to a decision about the following question: Would you like to be further considered for the ongoing selection process?

Given your continued interest, we will immediately decide after the final interview for this respective position. We will inform you about the outcome either by phone or in writing.

How many months should I apply prior the intended start date?

How many months should I apply prior the intended start date?

We advise you to apply approx. three months prior to your desired start date.

Do you also accept diplomas from universities of applied sciences?

Do you also accept diplomas from universities of applied sciences?


In principle: Yes. Besides your professional qualifications, your experience and your personality are crucial to us.

Is there a hiring opportunity also without having a degree in ‘Business Sciences’?

Is there a hiring opportunity also without having a degree in ‘Business Sciences’?

The prerequisite for an application as consultant is a completed academic education. Recruits coming from different degree programs (non - Business Sciences) are basically possible; a parallel commercial background would definitely be very helpful

What type of work may I expect as a trainee with Kerkhoff?

What type of work may I expect as a trainee with Kerkhoff?

As a consulting trainee you will be immediately integrated into the project work. This may be realized either through your engagement on-site at the client or in a local back-office. Assignments depend on your actual skills as well as on our consulting clients.

What is the minimum duration of a traineeship?

What is the minimum duration of a traineeship?

From our point of view, an instructive traineeship starts at a length of three months. The insights that you will gain during your time at the client site or in the back-office are considerably more profound and valuable.

For this reason, we accept applications with a minimum time span of three months.