From campus to real-world impact

From campus to real-world impact

McKinsey attracts undergraduates who want to learn fast, think bigger, and see their ideas make an impact. They share curiosity, drive, and a habit of pushing past “good enough”—in the classroom and beyond. You’ll tackle real problems alongside clients, turning those raw ingredients into something extraordinary and building the foundation for whatever comes next.

A few ways you can join McKinsey

These are some of the most common opportunities for candidates with undergraduate degrees. For a complete list of available roles and regional deadlines, visit our Applications Deadlines page.
Business Analyst (BA)
Business Analyst (BA)
You’ll be an integral part of a client team from day one—solving problems with your teammates and clients, analyzing data, presenting ideas, and shaping commendations that help solve clients’ biggest challenges.
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Junior Fellow
Junior Fellow

You’ll support client teams with research and fresh insights, helping uncover core challenges and shape solutions. It’s an early step into consulting, with hands-on experience, mentorship, and structured learning to build your skills and explore a future at McKinsey.

This role is offered only in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.

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BA Internship
BA Internship
You’ll work alongside client teams for 8–10 weeks to help tackle key challenges, generate fresh insights, and contribute to solutions that matter. It’s an early stage in consulting where you’ll build foundational skills, receive strong mentorship, and explore what a career in consulting can look like.
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