Early Recruiting Opportunities
Careers
Get an early start on your post-MBA career plans with these spring and summer recruiting programs.
Many of these activities are selective and involve an application process. All such application processes and the summer activities themselves are run directly by the company. We share these opportunities here as we receive them.
Keep in mind that the following programs are not the only way to engage with these companies. After your arrival at Tuck, there is a very busy recruiting season through the summer and fall terms with many more opportunities to learn about industries and companies.
Programs will be announced as they are made available.
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Consulting: Analysis Group
Analysis Group is thrilled to introduce Ignite@AG!
The externship program is designed to provide individuals who have had limited exposure to economic consulting with valuable insights into the field, along with strategies for navigating the workplace and effectively managing dynamics across difference. Participants will learn how our consultants tackle complex business and litigation challenges using data analysis, strategic thinking, and research. They’ll also receive interview coaching, shadow an Associate, and network with senior consultants and leaders at Analysis Group.
Anyone is welcome to apply, and we strongly encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds and experiences have been underrepresented in the economic industry, including students who identify as Black, African American, Hispanic, Latin(a)(e)(o), Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and/or Pacific Islander.
Here are the key details for Ignite@AG:- Location: Boston, MA
- Dates: Monday, July 14 – Thursday, July 17, 2025
- Cost: Free. Includes airfare, lodging, meals, and local transportation
- Application Period: Monday, February 3 – Wednesday, April 30, 2025 (Rolling Acceptance)
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Consulting: Bain & Company
Building and Supporting Excellence (BASE)
The Building and Supporting Excellence (BASE) program was originally established as an avenue to provide initial exposure and a chance to learn about a career in professional services to pre-MBA students.
This program is tailored for individuals who identify as Black, Hispanic/Latin American, or Indigenous (Native American, Alaska Native, Inuit, Métis, and First Nations), and have accepted an offer to begin a full-time two-year MBA program this fall.
Available in all our US offices, the BASE program includes:
- BASE Camp: A hands-on "week in the life" experience of a Bain consultant, featuring a full day of training followed by 4 days working on a real Bain case team
- Personal network of Bain mentors for guidance during business school and beyond
- Membership in a diverse community of future business leaders
- Ongoing connectivity opportunities before, during, and after BASE Camp
- Opportunity to learn more about potentially joining Bain as a Summer Associate
Here are the key details for BASE:
- Location: BASE is only available in our US offices right now. When applying, please make sure to only apply if you are interested in a US location: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco/Silicon Valley, Seattle, and Washington, D.C. Bain will cover all travel-related expenses.
- Dates: BASE Camp will take place during the week of July 21st – 25th or July 28th – August 1st, 2025. Selected participants will only attend one of these weeks.
- Application Deadline: Sunday, May 4th, 2025 at 11:59 pm PST.
- Requirements include: Resume, Office interest, Digital assessment
ExperienceBain is our flagship pre-MBA program designed to introduce incoming MBA candidates to our firm, providing them with an opportunity to deepen their understanding of consulting and Bain.
It is open to incoming first-year MBA students from eligible schools.
By participating in ExperienceBain, you will kick off your MBA journey with enthusiasm and a strong foundation, having engaged with our tailored programming:
- Diverse array of events designed to help you:
- Be More Inspired
- Uncover what management consulting is and explore the extraordinary results we achieve for our clients
- Be More Connected
- Learn about our culture and connect with Bainies across offices, industries, affinity groups and more
- Be More Confident
- Head into business school with a Bain network and tips to succeed in the recruiting process
- Access to a bi-weekly newsletter containing details on upcoming events, recordings of past events, and the latest insights from Bain
Here are the key details for ExperienceBain :
- Location: Virtual
- Dates: Events for ExperienceBain will take place from June to early August, and typically last for 60 minutes. There will be 1-2 events per week.
- Application Deadline: Apply by May 4th
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Consulting: McKinsey & Company
The program will help you build relationships with McKinsey consultants and potential future colleagues, and connect with peers from MBA programs across North America. You will leave the program as part of a supportive, diverse, and mentorship-driven community that you can continue to benefit from—and support—once you start classes and enter the fall recruiting season.
Interested in learning more about consulting? Eager to connect with other problem solvers, entrepreneurs, and creative minds? Join us this summer and jumpstart your McKinsey journey through McKinsey Early Access.
Here are the key details for McKinsey Early Access:
- Location: Virtual sessions thourghout the summer, select offices will host in-person events.
- Application requirements: Please complete our McKinsey MBA 2025 Events interest form by May 12, 2025 in order to be considered for McKinsey Early Access.
We are thrilled to introduce Inspire 2025, a program co-hosted by our Black, Hispanic and Latino, and Indigenous networks. Inspire is an immersive event designed for incoming US MBA students. During the event, attendees will connect with members of our host affinity networks, which are open to all McKinsey colleagues interested in joining. Participants will explore career opportunities in consulting and enhance their problem-solving and leadership skills. The event features interactive activities, case workshops, panels, and networking opportunities. Attendees will gain insights into our work, culture, and people, and learn how we aim to foster inclusivity within our firm, for our clients, and in society at large. Through interactive activities, case workshops, panels, and networking events, attendees will learn about our work, culture, and people, and hear examples of how we strive to make our firm, clients, and society at large more inclusive and equitable.
Here are the key details for Inspire:
- Location/ Dates: Virtual June 28-29, In-Person event: July 18-19 in Chicago
- Application requirements: In order to be considered for Inspire you must indicate interest in the program through the McKinsey Early Access application by May 12, 2025. When completing the application, you are encouraged to also complete the affinity interest form so that we can tailor your experience and engagement with McKinsey based on those interests.
If students have questions, please let us know.
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Consulting: Strategy&/ PWC
Strategy& Middle East, The Strategy& Catalyst
Curious to discover what it takes to work in the dynamic world of strategy consulting?
The Strategy& Catalyst offers incoming MBA students an unparalleled look into the life of a consultant and the meaningful work that sets Strategy& apart.As part of this three-day virtual experience, you will engage with seasoned Strategy& consultants, participate in interactive case workshops that provide insight into the firm and life in the Middle East, and take part in dynamic panel discussions. You’ll also receive expert guidance on the recruiting process and explore exciting career pathways in strategy consulting.
Here are the key details for The Strategy& Catalyst
- Location: Virtual
- Dates: May 14-16, 2025
- Application Deadline: May 9, 2025, Resume required.
- Apply Here: https://www.strategyand.pwc.com/m1/en/careers/programs/mba-catalyst-program.html
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Pre-MBA Summer Internships
Company Name: Superangel
Role: Pre-MBA Summer Intern (Venture Capital)
Duration: Summer 2025 (10-12 weeks, flexible start date)How to Apply: If you’re excited about the opportunity to gain early-stage VC experience at Superangel, please send your resume and a short cover letter to Nicholas.nelson@superangel.eu the subject line: "Superangel Pre-MBA Summer Intern Application - [Your Name]". Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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