I applied through college or university. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company (New York, NY) in Sep 2012
Interview
International student, who is currently completing a masters at a target university.
McKinsey came on campus and introduced itself through various lunches and company presentations.
First round interview was held at local office and included a logic test and two interviews.
Final round was held in New York and consisted of 3 interviews.
The whole application process lasted less than a month (2 weeks online application, 2 weeks for 2 interview rounds and offer the next business day).
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?