Associate Internship

Hi there,

1) Is it likely in McKinsey for associate interns to get a full time Job offer after?

There was a similar question recently here:

https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/summer-intern-to-full-time-15012

Companies hire you for internships normally to check your potential for full-time offers, so it is definitely possible to convert an internship into a full-time role.

To get the full-time offer you need to:

• Have a good performance
• Have the firm willing to hire (some firms currently are in a hiring freeze and may not hire that much)

2) And would it be for Business Analyst? Or Associate consultant?

If you are doing a summer Associate internship, the full-time offer would be for an Associate position.

Best,

Francesco

I'm not sure what an associate intern is. I presume you mean summer associate which is mainly for MBA and other postgrad students. In which case yes. There's a high chance of getting a return offer if you work hard and demonstrate your skills. 

Not sure why the offer would be for a BA?

Hi there,

Yes, it is expected that you would. An internship is the opportunity to get a full-time offer and the majority of people do convert. Make sure you're putting your best foot forward to make this happen! Also, do not underestimated the power of politics/relationships (you need your EM and Partner going to bat for you)

Hello,

Yes, typically Summer Interns position convert to Full Time positions as long as you haven't done anything significantly wrong during your internship.

Again, this varies by firm and by geography which in turn depends on their hiring needs. Some firms are more liberal than others - I have even seen many firms even roll out full-time job offers along with the internship job offers (i.e. before the start of the internship!).

Regarding your 2nd question, Associate interns should ideally get the Associate Full time Role. 

All the best!

Rushabh

Being aware of the grades at McK vs BCG should be the base. 
I suggest spending some time searching for that info on Google.

(editiert)

Hi there,

This is indeed an interesting question which is probably relevant for a lot of users, thus I am happy to provide my perspective on it:

• After completing their internships, associate interns at McKinsey frequently obtain offers for full-time employment. In fact, a lot of consulting organizations, like McKinsey, use their internship programs to find and assess candidates for full-time positions. It's crucial to remember that an internship's conclusion is not guaranteed and ultimately depends on the particular company and the circumstances.
• In general, it's a good idea to express your interest to the company if you are an associate intern at McKinsey and would like to be considered for a full-time employment. Developing relationships with people within the company, doing well during the internship, and expressing your interest in a full-time career via performance reviews or other feedback sessions are all ways to achieve this. 
• If your internship was as an Associate intern, the role that it will eventually lead to is most likely going to be for an Associate. The transition from intern to full-time is a lateral one rather than a vertical one.

In case you want a more detailed discussion on what to do in your specific situation, please feel free to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen

Internships are a key recruiting tool for consulting firms. Many of the full-time hires are previous interns. If you get an internship then your chances are pretty good for getting a return offer - if you leave a good impression. So it’s definitely worth trying to put in extra effort to secure the gig

Hey there,

Yes, it is possible to convert a consulting internship into a full-time position. Many consulting firms offer internships as a way to introduce students to the consulting industry and give them the opportunity to gain practical experience. Think of it like an extended period of getting to know each other.

These internships often provide the opportunity to work on real projects and to learn from experienced consultants. If you perform well during your internship and align with the firm's values and culture, you may be offered a full-time position upon graduation. My purely anecdotal observation is that in McKinsey this happens in around 80% of the cases.

It's always a good idea to make a positive impression during your internship and to let your team (leadership and EM) know that you are interested in a full-time position early on, plus discuss it with the other members of the team so that they can guide you along the way.

Ask for regular feedback sessions to understand where you stand and course-correct early.

Networking with other consultants and attending firm events can also help to increase your chances of being offered a full-time position. The more people know you, the easier it gets.

Cheers,

Florian