Insight 2025

Experience working at McKinsey
The Insight program offers a two-day workshop highlighting what it's like working in management consulting. You will learn about who we are and the work we do, work together on a mock McKinsey case, and build lasting connections with both participants and McKinsey colleagues. Attendees will also learn about the path to join us full time as Associates post-program. This program is for students who are pursuing a PhD, postdoc, MD (including medical interns, residents and fellows), JD, PharmD, Nursing, and non-MBA Masters. All academic backgrounds are welcome to apply.

To apply to the Insight event, you must be:

  • A student in the United States or Canada and attending a U.S. or Canadian based school at the time of the event
  • Set to receive your advanced degree in 2026
  • Interested in joining United States or Canadian office 

Graduate programs include:

  • MDs (medical students, interns, residents, and fellows), PharmDs, Nursing, who plan to complete their program in 2026
  • PhDs, JDs, and post-doctoral students who plan to complete their program in 2026
  • Non-MBA Masters candidates with at least four years in between the completion of their undergraduate and graduate degrees who plan to complete their program in 2026

Application details:

  • Current resume (in PDF format)
  • A cover letter is not needed
  • No business experience is required

 

Program details:

  • Insight will take place virtually May 14-15th, 2025
  • Anticipated programming will run from 12pm - 6pm ET on both days

The program will offer:

  • An overview of management consulting and McKinsey
  • The opportunity to connect with our consultants and advanced professional degree (APD) peers who share similar acdaemic backgrounds
  • An interactive problem solving workshop
  • Social activities with McKinsey colleagues and fellow participants

The Insight 2025 application deadline has passed. Please explore our APD page to learn more about joining McKinsey as an Associate.


Frequently Asked Questions

The experience

Immerse yourself

The program includes an introduction to consulting, problem solving sessions with McKinsey consultants, and a social activity where you can connect and have fun.
McKinsey ADP Insight 2017
Introduction to consulting
Participants will learn more about who we are, how we’re growing, and what we do. You’ll also have the chance to dive a little deeper into our perspectives on consulting . You will be introduced to McKinsey’s problem-solving approach and will learn the tools and methodologies we use to solve our client’s toughest challenges. You’ll also have an opportunity to learn more about our firm today and how we’ve evolved beyond traditional strategy consulting to incorporate more data, technology, and digital expertise into our innovative client-service model.
McKinsey ADP Insight 2017
Problem solving
Over the course of the program, participants will work together in teams to solve a client problem. With the guidance of a McKinsey consultant, you will use the skills you’ve learned to develop a recommendation for the hypothetical client. Your team will analyze data, solve problems, and prepare and deliver a final presentation.
McKinsey ADP Insight 2017
Get connected
Insight is a great way to build lasting relationships with both fellow participants and McKinsey colleagues. Meet and mingle during the day and at social events.

Testimonials

Danielle Goldman

Attending Insight was a game-changer for me as a PhD student considering a career at McKinsey. Over the course of a weekend, I was able to connect with other applicants like me which showed my that McKinsey truly valued the unique skills / perspectives that PhDs bring. The in-person interactions with McKinsey folks at different tenures showed their dedication to fostering the next generation at the firm. Insight made it clear that McKinsey was a place I could continue to grow and thrive in a supportive community.

Danielle Goldman
Associate, New York
PhD, Neuroscience, Yale University
Bosun

"The McKinsey Insight program gave me a brief but valuable exposure to how we approach problem-solving and structured thinking. The best part was the incredible friendships I built—many of us joined the firm together and continue to support each other’s growth. This experience not only introduced me to McKinsey’s way of working but also connected me with a lifelong network."

Bosun Roy-Layinde
Associate, Atlanta
PhD, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

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