I applied online. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company (Toronto, ON) in Sep 2012
Interview
Information sessions were held on campus where engagement managers, business analysts, principals, and partners educated students on the kinds of opportunities available to them. All representatives were incredibly welcoming and very helpful. We were all instructed to apply via the online application system. Within a few days, successful applicants were asked to be interviewed while unsuccessful applicants were emailed about a week later. The people were always friendly and supportive of all interested students.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The business cases were not too challenging for undergraduate students. We were not required to take the Problem Solving Test. The behavioural questions were pre-given to us, ie. example of leadership, biggest personal impact story etc.
Gave assessment. Waiting 1st round. But, here the assessment and resume are scored together to reach next round. Might take 1-3 weeks for invite. Assessment has only 20% - 30% weightage.
The recruiter was great! 2 rounds of 5 interviews, first was 2 associates, second was 3 partners. My first round, the interviewers spoke absolutely broken English and made it extremely difficult to understand what they are trying to say. My second interviewer was extremely rude as well. Honestly comes down to who interviews you and the case selection that will determine your fate
I interviewed at McKinsey & Company (San Francisco, CA)
Interview
Interview was a straightforward case study, and a McKinsey-specific Personal Experience Interview. This was difficult but I was able to prepare, so it was not too challenging after preparation. The team was very kind throughout the process and I was able to request information on the interview style ahead of time.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a challenge and how you overcame it?