An unexpected career choice
McKinsey could be the ideal match for your skills, interests, and goals
A business background isn’t a prerequisite for success at McKinsey.
“There’s something about my colleagues at McKinsey—you walk in a room and you think, ‘Wow! I am sitting at a table with an astrophysicist from Stanford.’ ”
We look for exceptional ability and a track record of accomplishment. We’re most interested in innate qualities—problem-solving, personal impact, achieving, and leadership—that make a lasting difference.
Consultants with education or experience in another field—such as law, medicine, science, or the arts—thrive here.
For example, Eric, a former doctor, came to McKinsey and drew on his experience in the medical industry to help a European national health system look at how it allocated resources. Jon, a former lawyer, came to McKinsey to “give it a try” and liked it enough to stay and become a partner.
Why come to McKinsey
Many of our people join the firm because they want to build on their specialized skills and also broaden their opportunities.
Others come to the firm to try something completely different, knowing that the experience they get will open doors for them even if they eventually decide to leave.
Still others are experienced professionals who are looking for a fresh challenge or the chance to make a greater impact.
McKinsey has the size, scale, and culture to provide you with the options you’re looking for.