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MBB Summer Intern on the beach for weeks. Should I worry about not receiving a return offer?

internship MBB Return Offer
Most recent answer on Jul 09, 2023
The best answer (on Jun 24, 2023) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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Hi there,  I'm sorry to hear. I've been in your shoes - as a full-time BA I once spent 3 months on the beach. It felt awful. I was blaming myself for not being able to get on a project.  But realistically, it's 95% outs ... (read entire answer)
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Recommendation for McKinsey return offer

internship McKinsey recommendation Return Offer
Most recent answer on Jun 10, 2023
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Emily
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300+ coached cases | Former McKinsey interviewer + recruiting lead| End-to-end prep in 2 weeks
Emily
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 gave the best answer on Jun 07, 2023
300+ coached cases | Former McKinsey interviewer + recruiting lead| End-to-end prep in 2 weeks
Firstly, congratulations on completing your internship and reaching the final round of interviews! In your context, a recommendation from a partner you've worked with can certainly be advantageous. While it may not tech ... (read entire answer)
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Underperforming MBB intern - how to still get return offer?

internship MBB Return Offer
Most recent answer on Sep 18, 2022
The best answer (on Sep 16, 2022) is from:
Cristian
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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
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 gave the best answer on Sep 16, 2022
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there,  First of all, sorry to hear about your situation, but congrats on plucking up the courage to ask for help.  Here are my thoughts: Don't be concerned about being extended an offer. Generally, unless you perfor ... (read entire answer)
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MBB internship return offers - when are they given and when can ex-interns start full-time?

internship MBB Return Offer
Most recent answer on Mar 03, 2022
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Florian
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Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Florian
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 gave the best answer on Mar 01, 2022
Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Hi there, Congrats on your internship! Usually, you will receive your return offer right away and could continue working there if you want to, potentially even for the same client / team on your first project. Return of ... (read entire answer)
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MBB in the Nordics vs. DACH region

DACH full-time germany internship MBB nordic Return Offer
Most recent answer on Dec 24, 2021
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Lucie
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10+yrs recruiting & BCG Project leader
Lucie
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 gave the best answer on Dec 19, 2021
10+yrs recruiting & BCG Project leader
Hello H, congrats on your internship! - working hours and firm/office cultures → there may be little difference between the cultures as in any other work, but working hours as well as office culture is very similar betw ... (read entire answer)
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I saw some people who did not get return offer from summer intern but landed a good job. Why?

MBB Return Offer Summer Internship
Most recent answer on Nov 07, 2021
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Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
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 gave the best answer on Apr 18, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
"Should his/her employer know that the person did not receive a return offer" Absolutely not. I know of a number of people who didn't get a return offer, and I'd narrow it down to a few things: They got a bad dr ... (read entire answer)
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Will my BCG full-time offer be safe in 2022?

BCG full-time Gap year Return Offer
Most recent answer on Jul 17, 2020
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Robert
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McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author
Robert
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 gave the best answer on Jul 16, 2020
McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author
Hi Ryan, I'd say you are as safe as it's reasonably possible to be at the moment, and you can trust HR's word in a way that in the light of today's information they will be happy to defer your offer. Honestly speaki ... (read entire answer)
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Did not get MBB Return Offer: Is Moving "downwards" to lower tier firms perceived negatively?

internship MBB Return Offer
Most recent answer on Aug 27, 2019
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Francesco
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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ interviewoffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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 gave the best answer on Aug 27, 2019
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Hi Anonymous, please find the answers to your questions below: You will likely get this question in the interview. I would keep a humble attitude here – you can definitely explain there was no match in the culture ... (read entire answer)
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