Future Black Leaders Programme

• McKinsey United Kingdom and Ireland invite you to apply to our Future Black Leaders Mentorship Programme.
• This programme offers talented first year students, who self-identify as Black, the opportunity to receive mentorship from our colleagues, learn more about consulting and attend McKinsey learning programmes.

Application process

To apply, please submit the following by 21 April 2024:

Your CV;

• A cover letter, in which you include your motivation for this programme, and a brief essay (250 words maximum) about your proudest or most interesting personal achievement. Please include the obstacles you overcame to reach this achievement and why it is important to you.
•  As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete Solve - McKinsey’s assessment game in the week commencing 22 April 2024.

Eligibility:

We would like to invite individuals who self-identify as Black/ African/ Afro-Caribbean and:

• Are currently in their first year of undergraduate studies at a UK or Ireland university (or second year if enrolled in a four-year programme)
• Have an outstanding record of academic performance and leadership
• Enjoy problem solving and creative thinking
• Are interested in learning more about a career in consulting

What to expect:

During the period June - December 2024, individuals invited to the programme will have:

• Monthly interactions with their mentor;
• An opportunity to join us for an immersive work experience in our London office to solve a real-life business case in early September 2024;
• Access to McKinsey trainings to work on skills (including problem solving & leadership).

Please note, the programme will be set up in a hybrid way, with some elements taking place virtually and some in person (in McKinsey's London office). The work experience will also be planned outside of your academic terms.