The McKinsey & Company Internship Program is a one-year, full-time consulting program designed for recent university graduates from diverse academic backgrounds who are passionate about pursuing a career in consulting and contributing to Africa’s development.
Program Overview
The McKinsey Graduate Program focuses on essential skills for the future of work, including:
✅ Digital expertise
✅ Structured problem-solving
✅ Social and emotional intelligence
Interns will develop practical consulting skills, such as:
🔹 Gathering and analyzing data
🔹 Formulating and testing hypotheses
🔹 Developing and presenting strategic recommendations
🔹 Collaborating with client teams to implement solutions
Additionally, participants receive world-class training, mentorship, and coaching to accelerate their career growth.
Eligibility Criteria
✔️ Undergraduate or master’s degree
✔️ Less than three years of work experience
✔️ Completed or about to begin National Youth Service
✔️ Strong academic record
✔️ Proven leadership experience (extracurricular/work settings)
✔️ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
✔️ Ability to work effectively in a team
✔️ Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal)
Benefits
🎯 Work in teams of 3-5 consultants, actively contributing to client engagements
🎯 Gain hands-on experience in strategy and business problem-solving
🎯 Receive mentorship, coaching, and career development support
🎯 High-performing interns may receive a full-time Business Analyst offer at the end of the program
Application Details
📍 Apply for one of the following roles:
🔹 Fellow-Young Leaders Program (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia)
🔹 Fellow-Young Leaders Program (Nairobi, Kenya)
🔹 Associate Intern (Lagos, Nigeria)
📅 Deadline: Unspecified
