People & HR

Recruiting Intern - Tech & AI

113242

  • Cairo
  • Dubai

You will join McKinsey’s Talent Attraction team as a Tech & AI Recruiting Intern for a 12-month internship, supporting recruitment activities for Tech & AI roles across the Middle East and Africa region.
As part of the recruitment delivery team, you will gain hands-on exposure to the end-to-end recruiting lifecycle, from candidate attraction and sourcing to assessment and offer management. You will work closely with recruiters and client service professionals to support recruiting initiatives, deliver a positive candidate experience, and help attract exceptional Tech & AI talent to McKinsey.
In this dynamic and collaborative environment, you will have the opportunity to develop your recruiting, research, coordination, and stakeholder management skills while gaining insights into the evolving Tech & AI talent landscape.
Key Responsibilities
  • Recruitment coordination: Support the end-to-end recruiting process, including application screening, interview scheduling, candidate communications, and offer-stage coordination.
  • Candidate experience: Communicate interview logistics, respond to candidate inquiries, and ensure timely, professional communication throughout the recruitment process.
  • Recruiting events: Assist in planning and coordinating on-campus, virtual, and in-office recruiting events, including logistics, preparation of materials, and identification and scheduling of interviewers, assessors, and coaches.
  • Candidate data management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in recruiting systems, track application progress, and prepare recruiting reports and updates.
  • Talent research and market insights: Support research on Tech & AI talent markets, relevant companies, and emerging skills to help inform recruiting activities and talent attraction initiatives.
  • Recruiting operations: Maintain recruiting calendars, coordinate consultant participation in interviews and recruiting events, and support the scheduling of team meetings and calls.
  • Team collaboration: Partner with recruiters and other stakeholders on day-to-day recruiting activities, contributing to process improvements and supporting additional team priorities as needed.

You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact.
In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we’ll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference.
When you join us, you will have:
  • Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
  • A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
  • Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • Exceptional benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.

  • Recently completed an undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Psychology or equilvalent field, or equivalent practical experience, with up to 2 years of professional experience.
  • Previous internship or work experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, executive search, start-ups, or professional services is a plus, ideally in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, take initiative, and independently drive tasks through to completion.
  • Proficient in Microsoft work products, including PowerPoint presentations, Excel trackers, research summaries, and written communications.
  • Strong attention to detail, particularly when managing candidate information, coordinating recruiting activities, and maintaining accurate records.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and relevant local office language(s)
  • Demonstrated curiosity and enthusiasm for technology, artificial intelligence, and emerging industry trends, with an interest in understanding the talent landscape across Tech & AI.
  • Collaborative, proactive, and eager to learn, with a positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a high-performing recruiting team.