A career based on skills, not degrees

May 20, 2024

In professional services roles, the skills that people acquire through vocational experiences can be just as valuable as the skills learned through a bachelor’s program. Deloitte offers two options for professionals without four-year degrees: apprenticeship programs and experienced hire roles.

When Ayanna Reeves was in college, she decided to pause her pursuit of a four-year degree to focus on her family. As she raised her children, Ayanna worked as well, developing a background in executive support. Ayanna has been a problem solver who values networking and developing relationships. This led her to Deloitte’s Internal Services where she now leads the team that ensures the office runs smoothly and that executives and professionals are able to work successfully in order to help meet the obligations to our people and clients. Now, as a lead business program specialist at Deloitte Services LP, Ayanna supports the Office of Security initiatives that provide a safe and secure working environment and maintain Deloitte’s robust security posture.

Eight years into her tenure at Deloitte, Ayanna’s background in both building a family and growing her skills in the workplace is serving her as she helps teams run efficiently and supports colleagues’ development. And she’s still finding ways to grow and stretch.

Ayanna's insights on how you can start your career journey strong:

• Look to your experiences to help you understand what you are capable of and hold yourself accountable to achieve more.
• Start with the confidence in knowing that you belong.
• Bring your talents, your background, and your passion for doing great things with great people.

Discover your impact at Deloitte

Think professional services isn’t right for you? Think again. We recognize that there are multiple paths to a successful career. Learn more about roles that don't require a 4-year degree. 

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