The Insight 2018 application deadline was April 8, 2018. We are no longer accepting applications for the Insight 2018 program(s).

If I am only available for one of the Insight program dates, can I request that event over the other? Can I apply to both Insight and Insight Asia-Pacific?

Yes, in your cover letter, please highlight which Insight program you would prefer to attend and your full availability. Please note if you are interested in the Insight Asia-Pacific event, it is assumed you also have interest working in our Asia-Pacific offices.

If I previously applied to McKinsey Spark or the McKinsey Diversity Impact Award, am I still eligible to apply to Insight?

Yes, you are eligible to apply to Insight even if you have previously applied to those programs. If you are selected and will attend Spark, you may also be considered for an Insight program. Diversity Impact Award applicants, finalists, and winners may apply to Insight. 

If I am not selected to be a participant in Insight, may I apply for a full-time or internship role in the future?

Yes, you may apply to a full-time or internship role in the future even if you were not selected to participate in Insight. We look forward to getting to know all interested applicants and encourage those who are not selected for the programs to visit the McKinsey website to explore our campus and virtual event calendar and future deadlines.

What is the interview process and timeline for Insight?

To be considered, all applicants must apply by the deadline, Sunday, April 8, 2018. We will ask that you submit your CV/resume and a short response to an essay prompt though our online application. A select group of applicants will be invited to participate in a 30-minute phone interview, which requires no previous business knowledge. Participants will be notified in early May.

Are my travel expenses covered?

Yes, all program-related expenses will be paid, including transportation, hotel lodging, meals, and recreational and social activities.

The location of Insight is not at the office I wish to apply to in the future; should I still apply?

The locations of our Insight programs have no relation to your overall office preferences; however, if you apply to Insight Asia–Pacific, we will assume you have a strong interest in working in Asia.

What if I can't attend the entire program?

Due to the nature of the case teamwork and related activities, and out of fairness to other attendees, we cannot accommodate candidates who are unable to attend the entire weekend. You may wish to check out the Careers website for other opportunities at McKinsey.

What academic programs are eligible for Insight?

You must be studying in a US or Canada-based program, residing in the US or Canada at the time of the program. Eligible programs include: medical students, interns, residents and fellows who plan to complete their program in 2019 or 2020; PhDs and post-docs in a STEM or healthcare-related discipline, who plan to complete their program in 2019; and only those Master’s students who previously obtained an MD and who plan to complete their Master’s degree in 2019. 

I have interviewed with McKinsey before; may I apply for Insight?

Insight is designed for candidates who have had no previous exposure to McKinsey & Company. If you have interviewed with McKinsey in the past, you are not eligible for the Insight programs.

I am not eligible for Insight; are there other options available?

There are many career opportunities at McKinsey. Please visit our Careers website to see roles that match your background and career goals.

If I’m in a dual-degree program, may I apply to Insight?

If you have or are pursuing multiple advanced degrees, you are eligible to apply to Insight if the program(s) in which you’re currently enrolled meet(s) the Insight eligibility requirements. The only exception is for candidates who are currently enrolled in an MBA program or hold an MBA degree. These persons are not eligible, as our Insight programs are designed for applicants with little to no business experience.