How to do well in the interview
Prepare. Practice. Be yourself.
The assessment process is the chance for both of us to find out whether McKinsey is the right choice for you. It’s as much your opportunity to learn about us as it is our opportunity to learn about you. We want you to do well so we can both make the most informed decision possible.
Preparing for your interview
We’ve created a video that shows what you can expect during your interview.
Two types of interviews
It’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with our two types of interviews: the experience interview and the case interview. They help us assess your capabilities and potential in four areas critical to our daily work:
- Problem solving
- Achieving
- Personal impact
- Leadership
Experience interviews
During the experience interview, be prepared to discuss specific instances of when you have shown relevant skills and been challenged or stretched.
Learn more about experience interviews
Case interviews
Case interviews give you an opportunity to demonstrate your ability to structure your thinking, respond to complex or ambiguous problems in unfamiliar businesses, and reach sound conclusions with limited facts in a short time.
Learn more about case interviews
McKinsey Problem Solving Test
As part of your assessment process, you may be asked to complete the McKinsey Problem Solving Test.
Problem Solving Test
You will work through case studies that are representative of the type of work our consultants do.
Learn more about the problem solving test