Internship highligts
Internship opportunities are open for application at McKinsey South Africa.
Whether you are just starting out or have many years of experience, McKinsey is looking for people who are intellectually curious, drawn to challenges, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
McKinsey South Africa seeks individuals who show potential in three main areas: personal impact, entrepreneurial drive, and inclusive leadership.
In turn, they offer endless opportunities to take what you know, develop your skills, and grow with a group that takes on the world’s toughest challenges.
Careers as an intern at McKinsey
When you join McKinsey, you are joining a firm whose culture is distinctive and inclusive. McKinsey will accelerate your development as a leader to create positive, enduring change in the world.
When you join McKinsey South Africa, you become part of a community that genuinely cares about your personal and professional development, as well as your well-being.
McKinsey South Africa is a global community of unique colleagues with diverse backgrounds and networks you can tap into.
Available internship roles in South Africa
The following intern roles are available in South Africa (and other locations):
Business Analyst Internship
In this role, you will help our clients in the private, public, and social sectors solve some their most pressing problems. You will also work with a range of experts in the firm, from data scientists to researchers to software and app designers.
Our business analyst intern program gives a group of undergraduate students and eligible graduate students first-hand experience with consulting at McKinsey.
At the end of your internship, you may receive an offer to join us as a full-time business analyst after the completion of your degree.
Qualifications
- In your junior year of an undergraduate degree; with an expected graduation dates between December 2025 – August 2026
- Or currently completing your first year in a non-business, 2-year master’s program and have less than 2 years of work experience
APPLY HERE FOR THIS INTERNSHIP
Associate Internship
In this role, you will help our clients in private, public, and social sectors solve their most pressing problems. You will also work with many experts, from data scientists and researchers to software and app designers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree; Advanced graduate degree in progress (e.g., MBA, PhD, etc.)
- Ability to break down and solve problems through quantitative thinking and analysis
APPLY HERE FOR THIS INTERNSHIP
How to Apply
Click or tap on the APPLY HERE FOR THIS INTERNSHIP below each internship opportunity above. This takes you to the vacancy page on the McKinsey careers portal.
Proceed and apply after having ascertained that you meet the qualifications laid out on the page.
