The Interview process

We think our interview process is a great way to get to know you. It’s also a fantastic way for you  to get to know a little more about A.T. Kearney, and find out whether we are a good fit for you. That’s why we place a great deal of importance on the entire interview process.

Our interviewing process begins shortly after you have received feedback on your application, and is structured in two rounds.

First Round

This consists of two back-to-back interviews in which we will:

  • Ask you to complete a small case study. How well you do in this will reveal your communication skills, problem-solving powers, and your ability to solve a typical consulting problem within a limited timeframe.
  • Assess your overall fit with A.T. Kearney based on personal characteristics, industry/function experience, core competencies (such as team work and implementation), consulting affinity and potential client impact.

Second Round: the Assessment Centre
This takes place within a few weeks of the first round, and consists of  a day-long event structured around the following activities: a team exercise, a case study and presentation and a short written exercise. The following competencies are assessed in the second round:

  • Relationship-building, team-working & facilitation
  • Analysis, problem-solving & structuring 
  • Written & verbal presentation 
  • Communication, diplomacy & sensitivity

Should you be successful in the Assessment Centre you will be invited to meet with a London Partner for a final interview.

Offer
The outcome of the assessment centre and Partner interview will determine whether or not you receive an offer of employment. If we do make an offer, we will also assign you a sponsor whom you would have probably met during the recruiting process. Your sponsor will be your point of contact as soon as the offer has been issued to you, and will become a precious contact during your time at A.T. Kearney.

Once you have decided to accept our offer, you will also be provided with the name of your mentor. For more information on the role of A.T. Kearney mentorship, click here.
 
 
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