I applied through university. The process took 7 weeks. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company (Houston, TX) in Oct 2008
Interview
The overall interview process consisted of three rounds. The first round was an aptitude test followed by two practice group case sessions. The second round interview consisted of three separate interview. The first of these interview was a long case. The second and third interview were a mix of case and behavioral interviews. The decision round interview day consisted of four separate interviews with both case and behavioral interview components.
I enjoyed the people I met in McKinsey's Houston office.
The interview is structured exactly as the preparation materials describe, i.e. personal fit and case. All interviewers were friendly and supportive. After each interview round I received helpful feedback. The cases are not easy but fair.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Questions regarding the case. Interviewer will led the case though
First, there is a computer test screening. Then, you get invited for the first round interview, usually conducted by an AP. Then, for second round, you have two interviews with Partners. You get feedback quickly, less than a week between interview and feedback
3 stage interview with increasing seniority. Opportunity to prepare with current colleagues prior to interview which was useful. Straight forwards process, no big suprises if you prepare in advance but prep is needed
