Recruiting Intern

McKinsey·New York·United States·Human Resources & Talent

McKinsey is hiring a Recruiting Intern in New York. Posted 2026-04-23; applications close 2026-06-22.

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Role details

Who you will work with

You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact.

In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we’ll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference.

When you join us, you will have:

  • Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is designed to help you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. Embrace the fast-paced learning experience and own 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, upholding our commitment to ethics and integrity. We encourage diverse perspectives, as they are critical to achieving the best outcomes.
  • Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and strengthens solutions. You’ll learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • Exceptional benefits: In addition to a competitive salary (based on location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to support holistic well-being for you and your family.

What you will do

As a Recruiting Intern, you will be based in New York as part of our Talent Attraction (TA) team. This team supports the full recruiting life cycle, from candidate attraction to offer, while working closely with TA team members and client service professionals (CSPs).

You will support various administrative tasks and projects, including data management using the Applicant Tracking System, providing candidate support, coordinating recruiting events and interview logistics, and assisting with resume screening. You will collaborate with TA team members and CSPs, participate in relevant training sessions, and contribute to select team projects. Your role offers practical experience across elements of the full recruiting life cycle, with opportunities to build professional relationships and enhance organizational, communication, and time-management skills.

Your work will help our team attract and secure top talent, ensuring that we continue to build a strong and capable workforce.

Compensation: $31/hr ($56,420 annually)

Your Background

  • Recently graduated with a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Basic business knowledge
  • Excellent customer service skills with a strong orientation toward collaboration in a team environment
  • Ability to independently manage and complete tasks with minimal supervision
  • High level of maturity and professionalism
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Consistent and predictable in-person/in-office working full-time hours (9-5) are essential to this role
  • Flexibility to travel and work outside standard office hours as needed

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