2026 Business Analyst Summer Intern – F. Otto program V edition

Do you want to work on complex and pressing challenges—the kind that bring together curious, ambitious, and determined leaders who strive to become better every day? If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place.

Your Impact

You’ll work in teams of typically 3–5 consultants, playing an active role in all aspects of the client engagement.

This includes gathering and analyzing information, formulating and testing hypotheses, and developing and communicating recommendations. You’ll also have the opportunity to present results to client management and implement recommendations in collaboration with client team members.

You’ll gain new skills and build on the strengths you bring to the firm. You will receive exceptional training as well as frequent coaching and mentoring from colleagues on their teams.

Follow the guidelines below to join the 2026 Fabienne Otto Summer Internship program.

Apply by 30 November 2025, including the following documents:

• complete CV in English
• transcripts (Bachelor Degree with grades and GPA)
• dedicated cover letter explaining your motivation to the program (not longer than one page)

Please note that in case any of the requested documents is not uploaded to the portal, the application will not be considered.

Join us with a ‘behind the scene’ opportunity to discover consulting and get familiar with our company. Become a SUMMER BUSINESS ANALYST INTERN in our Milan office.

For ~8 weeks starting from June until the beginning of August you will be part of our client teams. You will work with colleagues from across McKinsey & Company to help our clients deliver breakthrough products, experiences and businesses.

You will be part of a real projects and you will work with our consultants. One of our best professional will be your tutor on the ground and will guide you through the experience.

Your Growth

Driving lasting impact and building long-term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high performance/high reward culture – doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward.

In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we’ll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues—at all levels—will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you’ll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won’t find anywhere else.

When you join us, you will have:

• Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• World-class benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.

Your qualifications and skills

• III Year Bachelor Degree or I Year Master Degree in economics, engineering, mathematics, computer science, statistics, physics
• Outstanding record of academic achievements
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and create an inclusive environment at all levels of the organization
• Ability to break down and solve problems through structured analysis and quantitative thinking
• Comfort with intellectually challenging and ever changing situations
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in English and Italian (mandatory)
• Strong record of initiative-taking and leadership in a work setting and/or extracurricular activities

Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues.

FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites.

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