McKinsey & Company interview process
How McKinsey & Company runs interviews, by role: sourced process facts, what each stage tests, and how to prepare.
How McKinsey & Company hires
- For most client-facing roles, candidates participate in a personal experience interview followed by a problem-solving interview, and all candidates have at least one individual interview. [Source]
- For the personal experience interview McKinsey suggests coming prepared with two personal examples covering accomplishments and challenges. [Source]
- In the problem-solving interview, sometimes referred to as a case interview, McKinsey presents a business case to evaluate analytical thinking and the approach to solving complex problems. [Source]
- Solve is a gamified assessment that tests natural problem-solving abilities, and McKinsey says there is no need to prepare for it. [Source]
- Depending on the role, candidates may also be invited to an expertise interview, which may include coding challenges, problem-solving tasks, or other role-specific exercises. [Source]
Facts verified 2026-09-03