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For students pursuing PhDs, medical degrees, law degrees, or master's degrees in the United States

Consultants at McKinsey have a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the world; to work with a group of highly diverse, motivated colleagues; to form friendships that will last a lifetime; and to build a set of personal skills that will stay with them forever.

Please explore the website to better understand the range of options available to graduate students in North America pursuing an advanced professional degree (APD) such as a PhD, JD, MD, or master's degree, and consider completing the on-line application.

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"Welcome, U.S. based APDs. Thank you for visiting our web site. Each year, we set out to hire the best people available from many different educational backgrounds. We search for people who are intelligent, versatile, passionate about solving problems, able to create impact with clients, and like working in teams. If you're such a person, we hope you'll take the time to learn more about us."
Michael, Director (JD, U of Chicago, '93)
APD Recruiting Leader

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