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McKinsey Data Scientist Interview Experience

McKinsey · Mid level

ResultRejected
Timespan4 weeks
DifficultyDifficult
Rounds4

Interview process

The technical round is the hardest to crack.

Interview rounds · 4

  1. 1

    Recruiter screen

    1. Q1. Resume information
  2. 2

    Online assessment

    1. Q1. SQL& Algorithm question
  3. 3

    Technical round

    1. Q1. Deepdive on Resume
  4. 4

    Final / onsite round

    1. Q1. Case study

Tips from the candidate

Be as clear as possible when explaining technical concepts.

Company culture

The interviewers are super friendly but not my technical interviewer. The final partner interview was in-person and the partner was so sweet and also gave me feedback after the rejection.

Details

CompanyMcKinsey
RoleData Scientist
LevelMid level
LocationUnited States
InterviewedAug 2026
Questions asked4