Business Analyst Intern - Tech & AI

McKinsey; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinsey & Company is seeking a capable student for a 6–8 week consulting internship in Lisbon. You will work on-site with clients to solve their most critical challenges, leveraging data and AI to design innovative solutions and drive digital transformations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, analytical rigor, and the ability to develop high-quality materials, with opportunities for mentorship and growth within a global firm.

Qualifications

• Currently in last year of an undergraduate or first year of master's in a technical, scientific, or business/economics/analytics discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for data-driven decision-making and structured reasoning.
• Outstanding academic and professional track record, with notable achievements.
• Ability to develop high-quality project materials such as PowerPoint presentations and Excel models.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Willingness to travel and work outside traditional hours when needed.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication in Portuguese and English.

Responsibilities

• Join a consulting team for a six-to-eight-week period in June–July 2027.
• Contribute to solving clients' critical challenges and building scalable value through AI.
• Develop AI-driven solutions and modernize technology infrastructures on-site with clients.
• Design solutions using research, data analysis, interviews, and ideation sessions.
• Help clients adopt AI and digital technologies and accelerate transformations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Portuguese fluency

English fluency

Education

Undergrad or first-year Master in technical/scientific/analytics

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You’ve come to the right place.

YOUR IMPACT

You will join a consulting team for a six-to-eight-week period during June and July 2027, where you will contribute to solving our clients' most critical challenges. We work closely with our clients to create scalable value through technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Our clients include some of the world's most influential organizations, ranging from large global corporations to innovative start-ups. You will tackle significant challenges while we accelerate your professional growth. You will design solutions for today's most critical strategic challenges, driving long-term transformations. You will work side-by-side with our clients on-site, helping them maximize the potential of data and AI to solve critical business problems, refine their strategies, and execute complex transformations. You will develop AI-driven solutions, modernize technology infrastructures, optimize and automate processes, drive digital growth, and empower teams to effectively adopt AI and digital technologies. You will combine research, data analysis, interviews, and ideation sessions to generate valuable insights and design innovative solutions. By equipping our clients with the right tools and capabilities, you will ensure our projects continue to drive innovation and continuous improvement long after completion, creating a lasting impact. In doing so, you will contribute to McKinsey's purpose of making a meaningful difference across industries and society as a whole.

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, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. 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

• Currently in your last year of an undergraduate or first year of master's degree in a technical, scientific, or business/economics/analytics disciplines, demonstrating a strong interest in or affinity for Artificial Intelligence, technology, or digital transformation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for data-driven, fact-based decision-making and structured logical reasoning
• Outstanding academic and professional track record, with notable achievements both within and outside of your studies
• Ability to develop high-quality project materials, such as PowerPoint presentations, Excel models, articles, or other high-impact written documents
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, including the capacity to approach and complete tasks autonomously
• Ability to work or attend meetings outside of traditional business hours or take on projects with limited or no notice at times
• Ability to travel to and work in varying environments that may be challenging and/or not accessible (e.g., factories, hospitals, mines)
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with excellent fluency in both Portuguese and English

FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.