Tech 2 Impact - South Africa
Accelerating Tech Skills and Unlocking Career Opportunities
In-person event: Johannesburg South Africa
Are you a tech-savvy early career professional with advanced tech focused degree? Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and connect with top organizations for career-defining opportunities? If so, the Tech 2 Impact Academy is your chance to stand out and develop your skills for a successful career.
This exclusive program is designed for 15–20 high-achieving participants who will embark on a transformative and immersive experience with McKinsey & Company and our leading partner organizations. This is more than just training—it’s your gateway to real-world impact and unparalleled mentorship.
The Experience
This is a fully in-person event hosted in Johannesburg. Applicants must be in their respective country of application during the entire event in order to be eligible.
Date and location
- Johannesburg (November 28 – 30, 2025)
Eligibility
This program focuses on building on the strong tech skills foundation you already have (Data science and software engineering. We are therefore looking for tech-focused, ambitious participants who are passionate about solving complex challenges and eager to build their careers in Africa. Applicants should meet the following criteria to be considered:
- Early career professionals (1-3 years’ experience)
- A completed degree in a discipline such as: computer science, machine learning, applied statistics, mathematics, engineering or artificial intelligence
- Demonstrate academic excellence with very high achieving university results
- Demonstrate leadership skills (examples of contributions to societies, community or other)
- A passion for applying technology to solve business problems
How to Apply
To be considered for the Tech 2 Impact Academy, we ask that you submit the following:
Your CV in English (2 pages maximum). Your CV should include details of your education and grades, any work experience, and extracurricular activities and achievements.
Please include university transcripts in your application.
What to expect?
Selected participants will experience a high-energy, hands-on bootcamp filled with opportunities to learn, collaborate, and grow. Here’s what’s in store:
- Consulting Toolkit: Master problem-solving, effective communication, and consulting essentials.
- Gen AI training: see how Gen AI is shaping the way of the future
- Gen AI Hackathon: A fun, interactive challenge to showcase your creativity and innovation
- Fireside Chats & Mentorship: Engage with senior executives for career guidance and inspiration
Why Apply?
- Learn from the Best: Work alongside McKinsey consultants and industry experts
- Expand Your Network: Build relationships with like-minded peers and influential leaders
- Make an Impact: Develop skills that will empower you to shape the future of tech and business in Africa
- Accelerate Your Career: Gain exposure to McKinsey and other leading organizations, with exclusive opportunities to apply to available positions in the organisations
Selected candidates will be invited to participate in interviews as part of the selection process.
Don’t miss this opportunity to kickstart your career and make a difference. Apply now and take the first step toward an exciting future with the McKinsey Tech 2 Impact Academy!