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Master Thesis Mentoring Program
Are you a master’s student interested in exploring a topic that connects academic research with real-world business issues? EY provides the opportunity to collaborate with experienced consultants and gain valuable insights while writing your thesis.
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The Master Thesis Mentoring Program
The EY Master Thesis Mentoring Program spans from the early stages of your thesis process to your final defense. You’ll be paired with a dedicated mentor from EY who has industry knowledge and expertise within your chosen research field. Together, you’ll explore a topic that is both academically relevant and strategically important to EY.
What we offer
- Access to relevant insights, methodologies, and a large network of experts within your research field.
- A dedicated mentor who will challenge your thinking and provide feedback on your research direction and table of contents.
- Support in connecting with relevant EY-professionals for interviews and data collection.
- A structured collaboration with regular check-ins and guidance throughout your thesis journey.
About you
You are motivated by solving complex problems and eager to apply your analytical skills to real-world challenges. You approach your work with curiosity, creativity, and ambition—and you’re passionate about your chosen topic.
You are eligible to apply if you are enrolled in a master’s program and plan to write your thesis within one or more of the listed topics. We welcome students across all academic backgrounds—whether you study technology, cybersecurity, economics, engineering, communication, data analytics, or something else entirely.
Available topics for selection
We’re currently putting our heads together to identify the most exciting and trending business challenges across EY. The available thesis topics will be published right here in mid-August.
We encourage you to check back during that time to explore the topics and begin preparing your application.
Apply for the program
Before applying, please review the available thesis topics and consider which topic(s) you are most interested in exploring.
When you’re ready to apply, upload a motivational CV that includes:
- Your educational background
- Your motivation for applying
- The topic(s) you would like to explore and how you intend to approach them
- Your career aspirations after graduation
- Any other relevant achievements, courses, or experiences
We look forward to receiving your application!
