New joiner at ZS. Have been on beach for 5 weeks. I'm considering to reapply to MBB (made into final rounds in Mckinsey and BCG last year). Is now a good time to do so? Just have a lot of time to practice cases now lol, and I'd like to join MBB eventually because there are projects beyond healthcare and better reputation.

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Some advice OP:

1. As others on this thread said, MBB is not as active in hiring at your level as they were a few months ago, especially at your level. You'll likely have better luck in March/April.

2. ZS utilization right now is a bit low - hang in there. You'll get staffed soon enough.

3. For PhDs, do be careful at MBB. Given up or out, if your background doesn't line up with with MBB needs, it might be a tough gig.

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@OP, you literally just got to ZS. Why not kill it there for a year or two, then try jumping to MBB?

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Thanks for your advice. I guess I was sort of frustrated for not getting stuffed yet. Feeling much better now.

At least some southern offices in a hiring freeze (source: McK recruiter)

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It’s the worst time of year - all of the campus hires are starting now so capacity is ramping.

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What level are you? What’s your background? What region? Been in similar shoes but need a bit more details from you to answer your questions appropriately.

If you get in, sure

Is Mckinsey actively recruiting? Heard some new joiner folks on beach as well

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