I applied to McKinsey with this Cover Letter - and got in! | Cover Letter for Job Application

Do you need to write a cover letter for your job application? I applied to McKinsey with this cover letter, and I got in. In this video, I show you the cover letter that I used for my successful McKinsey consulting application. I teach you how to write a cover letter for a job application. If you need to write a consulting cover letter for an MBB consulting firm, such as a McKinsey cover letter, this video will help you. It contains crucial cover letter tips for 2020. I show you in detail my consulting cover letter and share the best cover letter format to write a cover letter for CV for your applications. Learn how to write a cover letter for job application.
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00:00 Introduction
01:38 Review of my Cover Letter
09:46 Key Cover Letter writing tips
11:08 Wrap-up
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[@FirmLearning]

Interested to get my consulting CV and Cover Letter templates? You can find them here: link.firmlearning.com/learning

[@rahmafahira1754]

whats the difference between motivation letter and cover letter?

[@nicholaslambrianos1143]

Very helpful. 👍🏻💪🏻

[@dariuskonig8762]

Hi Heinrich, thank you for your awesome application preparation videos! I managed to get an Associate Consultant Internship at Simon-Kucher, a German, but internationally active firm, by following your instructions on the CV and the Cover Letter, and now here I am again, creating actual MBB applications. Thanks for the opportunity to gain insights regarding the application process! Best, Darius

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Darius, super happy to hear that you are doing so well, and that the videos helped. Always a pleasure to write on IG. Cheering for you that your applications will be successful. Thank you also continuing to support the channel! :) Best! Heinrich

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You might want to check this out kzbin.info/www/bejne/haDQg42Id793nJo

[@danieluusitalo522]

Hearing you say "Destroy the Like Button" brightens all our days, thanks for the great insight once again.

[@FirmLearning]

Love it, thank you Daniel :) Best! Heinrich

[@PandaJungle]

Thank you so much for your video! You make the whole application process look so easy and manageable!

[@sintjekampen2561]

Ein sehr hilfreiches Video! Vielen Dank für die tollen Tipps 😊

[@FirmLearning]

Freut mich, dass es hilft. Danke dir Bauke! LG, Heinrich

[@victorigonin9979]

Thank you for these videos, it is great to get your insights!

[@dorismile2009]

Thank you for sharing !!! Super helpful.

[@dr.knight2355]

Thank you, this was very formative and helpful.

[@manfredullrich483]

It may be due to your career step at this point in time, but I think this is not a strong cover letter at all - even though it worked for you. I always prefer a cover letter in which the applicant clearly states: - what are his/hers specific experiences, capabilities and what kind of knowledge he/her brings, - and how these features are helping my company to succeed (in which way or in what area) - why he/her wants to join us, our industry, our market niche or our particular company - why should we choose you (maybe in the penultimate sentence), in short form or catch phrase - maybe to add the expected compensation and when could the applicant actually start to work, or what is their current notice period A clear motivation + the expected benefits for my company (maybe in combination with the track record in the CV) are important to me - and one sentence about their personality (hobbies etc.) is fine too. "This is a person, that I want to meet." should be the result, even if they do not hiring you later What do you think?

[@manfredullrich483]

What do you think about sending the application to the LOBs decision maker directly instead of HR?

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Manfred, thanks for sharing! Yes, agree that the points you mentioned are well suited to be included in a cover letter. Agree that my cover letter was not perfect in conveying these points, as also stated in the video. Though of course your position on your career timeline will have an impact as well. An experienced hire will be much more suited to address many of the points you mention than a university student, who will need to talk more about his/her studies. Best! Heinrich

[@FirmLearning]

Yes, directly getting in contact with the LOB manager will usually be helpful to avoid getting lost in the HR processes :) Would be careful to not alienate the HR professionals though. What often works is to apply via the official HR channel, but forward the application to the LOB manager as well. Best! Heinrich

[@sssam844]

Wow das ist aber ein ausgezeichneter Lebenslauf😍 Danke für die Infos, alles sehr hilfreich!

[@FirmLearning]

Danke fürs Zuschauen, freut mich wenn es hilft! LG, Heinrich

[@Gorlenius]

Super helpful content for my upcoming applications - thanks!

[@FirmLearning]

Thanks!

[@nicolenatsai]

Thank you so much for the cover letter template!

[@FirmLearning]

sure thing, happy to hear it is helpful Nicole! Best, Heinrich

[@bramblehugger7990]

Such an amazing video. I highly your content!!

[@FirmLearning]

Thanks, appreciate it!! Best, Heinrich

[@swapnilpatil7018]

Precise points to make cover letter insightfull. Thank you!

[@FirmLearning]

Happy to hear that, thanks for watching Swapnil! Best, Heinrich

[@XiaochuanChen]

I used to send the recruiter only my resume but no cover letter before today. Now I figure out why so many of my applications went away silently without any response. Thank you Heinrich for this great video!

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Xiaochuan, thanks for your comment and sharing your story! Yes, agree that sending a cover letter is important. Lots of success to you in the future! Best, Heinrich

[@ballhockey10]

Well said! Thank you.

[@nancy6897]

Thanks so much for the insightful information really appreciate

[@sevilmanaf1167]

Thanks a lot for your explanation

[@natham4162]

Thanks for your video it have given me a much clearer understanding .

[@DreamFirms]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Tyler, sure thing - thank YOU for watching! Best, Heinrich

[@MMA94]

I love your videos. Keep up the amazing work

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Mohamed, great to hear you find them helpful. Appreciate it!! Best, Heinrich

[@yatir20]

Thank you very much for all your tips, so valuable!

[@FirmLearning]

Great to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@blessinginedu8519]

Thank you so much..I'm currently applying for a BCG role and this has been helpful.

[@Anthelinguist]

Thank you for this amazing instruction

[@MrTobi4]

Sharing this for free is very generous of you, thank you!

[@FirmLearning]

You're very welcome! :)

[@emanueledellecurti9648]

Great video!

[@FirmLearning]

Happy to hear that, thanks Emanuele! Hope you find a few more videos you like on the channel :) Best, Heinrich

[@oliverbater8927]

Thanks mate, great vid.

[@FirmLearning]

Thanks for watching Oliver. Great to hear the video is helpful :) Best, Heinrich

[@yaksofirst2154]

I am going to borrow the closing statement. hehe , thanks for the great video!

[@FirmLearning]

I am glad that you enjoyed the video! :)

[@XY-tj1gm]

Very useful video, thank you :)

[@FirmLearning]

Thank YOU for watching, much appreciated!! Best, Heinrich

[@michelesalis93]

Ciao Heinrich! I really enjoy your videos, contents are very helpful, especially for young professionals! I work as a controller in a large industrial multinational company in Italy. If you have desire/ time, could you consider making a video about: - role/ industries you wanted to apply as a graduate: if you would not have gotten a job in consulting, what would you have followed as career goal? what were the most attracting opportunities for you as business graduate? - did you have a learning method (ex. taking notes about all your heard, do researches in extra hour...) and also for organizing / prioritizing your activities and mail inbox? See you in next videos, best of luck for your channel and life!

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Michele, great th hear that the videos are helpful, thanks man! Also thank you for your video suggestions. Indeed interesting topics, might talk about that in future videos! Best, Heinrich

[@tinrajkovic7114]

no doubt, this is the best consulting channel on KZbin

[@FirmLearning]

I am so glad you like it so much! Thanks for watching :)

[@elahehsaffari6128]

Hi Thanks. It was helpful. Hope I could land a good internship

[@cvlnv8]

In addition, it's important to make sure that the format you're using is applicable to the country where you're applying at. 😊

[@FirmLearning]

Hi, thanks for sharing! Yes, fully agree. Best, Heinrich

[@ambrosekamya5000]

I am writing a cover letter to KcKinsey this night and your video has simplified my work. Big up!

[@FirmLearning]

Super happy to hear that Ambrose. Lots of success to you, hope the application will be successful! Best, Heinrich

[@Andre-so9rf]

Actually a legend!

[@meiingtan746]

This is so helpful for me as a CS student finding internship. Thank you so much!!!!

[@FirmLearning]

Super happy to hear that - thank you Meiing! Best, Heinrich

[@minhquando100]

I promise you the majority of recruiters in tech don't even bother reading cover letters. I'm currently working as a machine learning engineer for a large defense contractor in DC btw.

[@cyrilefabrice53]

Amazing 😻 Thanks you for the video, i am currently looking for an internship and this video will definitely help me. 🤝

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Cyrile, super happy to hear that - thank you! Lots of success to you! Heinrich

[@user-ri7fs7dd5z]

Great job!

[@FirmLearning]

Thanks Wei!! Best, Heinrich

[@ajb229]

Could you perhaps do a video for experienced hires who want to apply to MBB? It would be good to know how and when to apply, what kind of role you can realistically expect to get given no consulting experience and tips on what skills and experiences to develop in your current job to make yourself more attractive as a candidate.

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Alistair, good suggestion, thanks! Yes, I might pick up this topic of experienced hires in a future video! Best, Heinrich

[@1fr0jk]

I am in the process of writing and applying for M.Sc.'s, since you've done your M.Sc. at L.S.E, could you share you motivational letter that got you in to the school? That would be highly appreciated. I like your channel. You've helped me a lot so far, keep it up!

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Johannes, thanks for your comment. Good idea, yes I might share it in a future video. Lots of success for your LSE application!! Best, Heinrich

[@AimGurke]

@@FirmLearning any updates on sharing your motivation letter? Also currently in the process of writing my cover letter for masters applications

[@owethusindane2105]

Thank you so much Heinrich. I'll be applying for vacation work ( Winter internship) in South Africa, at one of the bigger banks in Africa which also has a presence in London and some parts of Europe. I will be using this structure, it is very helpful I will let you know how it goes. The content you produce has been very helpful in assisting one in gaining a competitive advantage.

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Owethu, thanks so much for your comment. Great to hear the videos are helpful :) Lots of success to you for your applications! Best, Heinrich

[@taimenchan5723]

How it goes?

[@jonathankiles6148]

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[@yashwardhansisodiya8810]

Super Awesome..Thanks for Help

[@FirmLearning]

Thank YOU for watching! H

[@NympPseudo]

Very insightful...😊😊

[@FirmLearning]

Thank you great to hear that!! Best, Heinrich

[@saleha.bahshwan4137]

Thank you this was very informative.

[@FirmLearning]

You are so welcome! :)

[@anindyapradipta1321]

Your explanation is very clear! Great video. I have a request, would you please make video to explain the speciality of each big consulting firms e.g: MBB vs Big four vs Tech consulting (Accenture, IBM)? Are there any overlapping services they have? What "A" consulting firm can offer, but "B" cannot... etc. It is also very great if you can explain according to your experience too, since you have done an internship at tech consulting firm. Looking forward for your next video!

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Anindya, thank you for your comment! Like the video idea :) Might pick it up for a future video. Best! Heinrich

[@naruto59690]

OMG can't wait to see this!

[@FirmLearning]

Thank you! Hope you will like it :) Best, Heinrich

[@Tastenrichter]

Very nice and helpful Video.

[@FirmLearning]

Great to hear that, thank you Martin! Best, Heinrich

[@arjunraghunath4732]

i love this video..so helpful

[@FirmLearning]

Thank you Arjun, very happy to hear that!! Best, Heinrich

[@PJ-cu4cl]

This is wholesome

[@laylaputri2891]

Thank you, it's very helpful

[@FirmLearning]

Glad that you found it helpful Layla!

[@patronpablo1049]

Actually I have some points here: The first sentence is just for McKinsey!! Usually within all German industry firms like eg. the automotive brands, the recruiters precisely know, for which position you are applying. Duration and start date are usually in the job description. Introducing your application whith such a sentence is redundand and in my opition is a strict NO GO. I talked to a lot of recruiters for eg. Graduate programmes in my life and all of them say, that they have approx. 2mins per application and they only will read cover letters when your CV is convincing. You HAVE TO catch their attention in the first sentence, else you are just one other of hundreds of applications. So this is my take: 1. Start your application by telling them what drives you, why you are applying to that specific position and what you expect from it for your career/interests/motivation/... 2. Follow by telling them what you have achieved academically and practically in your life so far. Be proud of yourself! The recruiter will feel that. Heinrich does that pretty good with one remark from me: I dont know about 2011 but in 2020 the Technology Management program at TUM and LMU is by FAR NO ELITE PROGRAM. This is in my opinion clearly overconfidence and will make the recruiter think you are arrogant. 3. Conclude by summarizing why you are -based on what you have told them before- are the perfect fit for the specific position. Tell them why this specific position will be the next step for reaching your career goal. This will already make your application stand out compared to 97% of all. It has a personal component which recruiters like, since in the end they will hire a human with his feelings, teamspirit, and ability to motivate others and no machine. Some general tips: 1) Dont be redundant. 2) Always use one word over 2 (be on point, dont write romans like I do right here :D) 3) Customize your application towards the position! A long term recruiter will see a mass application within the first 2 sentences. 4) Be realistic: Dont be mad when you are not getting invited to a position you know you're not eligible (trust me: you will know) 5) Dont get scared by reading the skill set: Usually firms ask for more than they can expect (especially with graduate positions)

[@FirmLearning]

Thanks for sharing - interesting perspective and many great points! Regarding the first paragraph, have in mind that maybe the documents get printed out and sent to other consultants to review before interview, maybe other information that you entered into online forms are not included in there. Also some applications are not handed in via online forms at all, but the cover letter and the CV are pretty much the only information that the recruiters have. Best, Heinrich

[@FirmLearning]

And regarding the CDTM - the study program is part of the "Elitenetzwerk Bayern" and the "Technology Management" degree is labeled as "Elitestudiengang" by the State of Bavaria. I did not come up with that name. Agree that in general you should not just randomly call your degree an elite study program ;) de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elitenetzwerk_Bayern#Elitestudieng%C3%A4nge_und_Doktorandenkollegs

[@patronpablo1049]

@@FirmLearning Ok, then I will take that one back :) Btw great content, keep up doing such videos :)

[@FirmLearning]

@@patronpablo1049 thanks mate ;)

[@Munhgar]

Thank you kindly Heinrich!

[@FirmLearning]

Sure thing - thank YOU for watching! :) Best, Heinrich

[@Munhgar]

@@FirmLearning Heinrich! I just found out that one of my best friends has watched all your videos and they've changed her life! I'll be sure to watch and like all your content! You're the best! Lots of love from down under!

[@FirmLearning]

@@Munhgar So happy to hear this - thank you for sharing!! :) Best, Heinrich

[@moelkady1074]

Hello Heinrich, thanks for the video. I would like to ask you what you think of the colourful CV's with modern designs , and which is actually recommended those or a classic one in a word document?

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Mo, personally I would not use these "colorful" and "modern" designs, unless you apply to a marketing agency or any other creative type of role. Especially for conservative industries such as banking and consulting, these new designs will for sure not help you (nobody will hire you because your CV is colorful) and you risk that someone does not like it and you have the disadvantage. Best, Heinrich

[@CB-ob5fr]

From my experience this is good for consulting and banking as well as any other German companies. If you go for an international tech career, this is still not bad, but a bit too stale

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Chris, thanks for your comment! Overall agree that this is the format that is most recommended for these more conservative business careers. For tech careers, other things such as project portfolios also become more important. Best! Heinrich

[@Martin6R]

I loved this video, just like all the others. Thank you very much for sharing so much valuable content, Heinrich. For me, as a student with mediocre grades at a target university, it is very helpful to see tips to at least make the MBB consider my application. Best regards! ☺️

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Martin, super happy to hear that the video was helpful. Thanks for watching! Best, Heinrich

[@maracuyapie]

Hi Heinrich, thanks for your content in consultancy they are very useful. I am considering applying for a consultancy role as an entry position, but I have 8 years of experience. Have you seen a similar case of someone who would join McKinsey under a similar case? Your comments are highly appreciated.

[@healthgrowth4968]

So intersting!

[@FirmLearning]

Thanks!

[@raquelmeyohas580]

I am in love with your indian-german accent!!

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Raquel, not aware of any Indian origins of mine, but thanks I guess ;) Best, Heinrich

[@peterhiggins5824]

Thank you!!

[@FirmLearning]

Thank YOU for watching Peter :) Best, Heinrich

[@katerynazinovska2295]

Hi Heinrich, thank you for all your helpful materials that you create for us! I wanted to ask how to deal in the situation when I am applying to 3 offices simultaneously? Should I attach 3 cover letters addressed to each of the offices, or just not put the recruiter name? Thank you!

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Kateryna, thanks for the question! Depends a bit on the process (e.g., do you hand it in via an online tool that is used by all offices, or do you independently contact the individual offices you apply to). But in general I would write only one cover letter that states all the offices you would be open for. Of course, if the offices are in different countries or even continents, you should write at least 1 paragraph on your reasoning for this. Best! Heinrich

[@jonathankiles6148]

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[@solaosonuga9211]

Amazing videos

[@FirmLearning]

Thank YOU for watching! :) Best, Heinrich

[@redallowed_a_typo]

Thanks! (for the algorithm)

[@andreaarmini9101]

Hi Heinrich I am a first year master degree student and i would like to ask you which kind of experiences/ internship could be the difference in a good or a bad Cv. I think that your video are fantastic because it is clear the passion that you make in what you do. Thank you!

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Andrea, thank you for your kind words, appreciate it! With internships as a business student, you should aim for an internship every 2 semesters or so (just as a rough rule of thumb). If you have 3 to 4 internships until the end of your Master, this will be good. Of course, the quality of your internships is important as well. Try to see this as a ladder and start with more basic internships to slowly move your way up to the more competitive employers. Lots of success to you! Best, Heinrich

[@vitali6133]

When I was at Bürgeramt, the consultant told me to exclude "Ich" from the first sentence, as employers may think that you're egoistic. I have no idea whether it has a connection with the truth.

[@FirmLearning]

Would not see it that strict, but also not bad to indeed start with another word. Best! Heinrich

[@WoodenPhish1]

I start my current cover letters with "You" and sum up my brief understanding of the position

[@thisisyoutubehandle]

Was this video slowed down in an editing software?

[@raaaajeev25]

I think cover letters are very subjective. I remember writing a cover letter with a similar structure and an ex consultant just told me it was too common and proceeded to show me some other format. Ironically, another ex consultant once told that is a wrong format.

[@FirmLearning]

Hi, thanks for the comment! My take on this is that cover letters are "hygiene factors" as also discussed in the video. Rather go for a "boring" standard format than trying to do something out of the box which might not be appreciated. Best! Heinrich

[@myri6177]

Hi Heinrich, Thanks a lot for the great video! It was very helpful. I plan to apply at McK and was wondering whether I have disadvantages or will have to wait with a second application in case of a rejection. Thank you!

[@FirmLearning]

Hi, thanks for your comment. Indeed, at most large consulting firms you get blocked after a rejection for another 12 months or so, so indeed important to have this in mind. Best, Heinrich

[@myri6177]

@@FirmLearning Thank you, Heinrich!

[@sirojdusanov2567]

Hi, Heinrich. Can I ask you question? How possible is it possible to become management consultant after MS degree, but not MBA? If so, which MS can you recommend to pursue? Thank you for your answer

[@iseron]

Thanks Heinrich. how long you take to do this videos? I am wondering starting on my own B2B sales channel. Cheers from China.

[@FirmLearning]

Hi man! Doing a video probably takes me 6 hours on average (including production, post-production, thumbnail creation etc.). Lots of success to you! Best, Heinrich

[@isahouben3806]

Hi Heinrich, thanks for the helpful video. Is it recommended to write your cover letter and CV when applying for German office locations as well?

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Isa, you mean whether you should have a cover letter and CV when applying to germany? Yes definitely :) Best! Heinrich

[@isahouben3806]

@@FirmLearning Hi Heinrich, I just realized I missed a word in my question: Is it recommended to write your cv and cover letter in English, when applying to German offices? Thanks for your answer anyway! (:

[@FirmLearning]

@@isahouben3806 Ah ok :) No that is not required, German should be fine (if in doubt, ask the HR team)

[@abygeorge6902]

Helpful

[@FirmLearning]

Thanks! :) Best, Heinrich

[@chillerMillerlol]

Danke, Heinrich :)

[@FirmLearning]

Danke fürs Zuschauen Timur!! LG, Heinrich

[@jonathankiles6148]

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[@camiloauersperg-breunner2821]

Hallo Heinrich, vielen dank für die Insights. Sollten Fonts und Schriftgröße im CV und im Cover Letter die gleichen sein?

[@FirmLearning]

Hallo Camilo, innerhalb des Dokuments ja. Es muss aber nicht die gleiche Größe für beide Dokumente gewählt werden, das ist mE nicht notwendig. LG! Heinrich

[@camiloauersperg-breunner2821]

@@FirmLearning Vielen Dank. LG. Camilo

[@rozakfassah7730]

If only this video had come out in 2017, my searching for graduate internship could have been easier. Thank you for this video, it's really helpful for me.

[@FirmLearning]

Thanks Rozak, great to hear the video was helpful nonetheless. Lots of success to you!! Best, Heinrich

[@moritzmuller3141]

Moin Heinrich, danke für Deine super Videos! Wie würdest du es machen, wenn du die Bewerbung per Mail schickst? Sollte das Anschreiben der Inhalt sein oder würdest du den Mailinhalt gesondert verfassen und das Anschreiben als weiteren Anhang senden?

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Moritz, würde das Anschreiben als PDF anhängen und einen knapperen Mailtext vorsehen. Intern weitergeleitet, ausgedruckt etc. werden dann die Anhänge. LG, Heinrich

[@sinkay7702]

Literally said „this cover letter is optimal“ as if you didn’t study like 4 things simultaneously 😂...

[@FirmLearning]

:) Thanks for watching!! Best, Heinrich

[@otherashlie]

Commenting to help your algorithm. Thanks for the help!

[@FirmLearning]

Thanks for watching Ashley! :) Best, Heinrich

[@fatmayadir3378]

Hi, thank you for your videos are really helpful for me. But what about "thank you" email after an interview with McKinsey? there's any recommendations?

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Fatma, usually you get the feedback within 1 day after the interview. Do not think it is necessary to write a thank you mail. Best! Heinrich

[@relaxingnoise3598]

What if I cannot find a recruiter's name? Should I just leave it and just write the company's name and address? I know how to do a "Dear" (greetings) part.

[@Mar-wh3cv]

Hello! I was wondering if it would be better to apply in english or german if one wants to apply for a position in Germany. On the McKinsey website, it states that both would work. However, I would like to know if one would be an advantage over the other. I am fluent in german but english is one of my native languages. Would love to get your opinion on that. Best.

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Marie! It they say that it does not matter, it does not matter :) In general I would probably apply in German to the German office, but mainly because I am a native German and my English will be not as good. Best! Heinrich

[@samalk.2558]

Hallo! Ich bin gerade im Bewerbungsprozess und wollte fragen ob sie das Beispiel vom Cover letter auch in Deutsch haben? Wie wichtig ist Deutsch , kann man in München beim PwC z.b auch in Englisch schrieben ?

[@milenarohloff5922]

hi Heinrich, would you advice to apply for internships first and not Junior Fellow positions in oder to get a full time offer after Bachelors Degree?

[@FirmLearning]

If you have not done a relevant internship yet, it will definitely be challenging to break into MBB consulting after the bachelor! Best, H

[@chete029]

Thanks

[@Matekaleya]

Would you suggest adding academic degrees to [My name] on the top right?

[@FirmLearning]

Hi, would only do that with a PhD or a Professor title (but know that other people handle it differently). For lawyers it is also common to add an LLM title as well. Best! Heinrich

[@tobiassander3995]

Do you think you needed to explain that Accenture is a technology consultancy? I think they might have heard of them. ;-)

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Tobias, good point, probably not absolutely required! Best, Heinrich

[@Lolekluk]

Hi Heinrich, McKinsey states on its German website that a cover letter is optional. Would you still include one? Thank you!

[@FirmLearning]

Hi! In general I would see every document as an opportunity to convice the HR professional why to hire you. Therefore in most cases I would recommend to hand one in, yes! However, this of course underlines my point that cover letters should not be overestimated and will not play a very significant role in the process. Best! Heinrich

[@Lolekluk]

@@FirmLearning Thanks Heinrich!

[@MogulProductions]

Be aware that HR recruiter don‘t even read your cover letter, if your CV is not convincing.... 😉

[@FirmLearning]

Thanks for sharing, yes trust that you are right :) Best! H

[@klaus3884]

Hallo Heinrich, sollte das CV Format so auch in Deutschland übernommen werden? Vielen Dank und VG

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Klaus! Du meinst Cover Letter? Ja genau, hatte diesen Cover Letter ursprünglich auch für eine Bewerbung auf Deutsch geschrieben. LG, Heinrich Rusche

[@klaus3884]

@@FirmLearning Super! Vielen Dank. LG aus München.

[@koomaressenparianen4706]

I see two points missing from this cover letter. How you are a best fit for the specific position ? And why would you work for this company? Or am I doing it wrong the whole time ? I have not had any luck yet in germany.

[@FirmLearning]

Hi, thanks for sharing! Yes, these are for sure points that can be well addressed in a cover letter. Best! Heinrich

[@hmmm8158]

Accenture 😮 Damn that guy is no joke

[@Nick_Wenzlaff]

Do you think that the first line should still be written like that, because I’ve been told that it’s not up to date anymore and that you should not write sentences like that anymore? Or do you think that it is still okay to use that sentences when applying for consulting internships?

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Nick, interesting question. In my opinion this is valid, as it tells the reader in a concise way why you are writing to him / her and what this is all about. Trust that there are many people with many different opinions on topics like this though and of course there is no absolute truth on what works and what doesnt. Best! Heinrich

[@Nick_Wenzlaff]

@@FirmLearning Alright, thank you very much. I’m currently applying for some consulting internships for this fall and I’m trying to regard as many tips of you as possible, so thank you for your awesome insights. Best regards, Nick

[@jtrpalma]

Hi there, thank you for you content it's really high quality. I'm currently a consultant in a boutique consultancy company, with a background in academia (postdoctoral level). I'm currently 35 and I'm unhappy since I don't find it very stimulating. Is it too late to apply for a MBB company? Any advise? Thanks and keep up the good work

[@PlayerXspin]

I strongly believe contacting Deniz Sasal and taking his LIG program may help you. From my understanding his career was similar in a way to yours.

[@FirmLearning]

Hi, thanks for your comment, appreciate it! If the rest of your profile meets the criteria, you should be able to join MBB as an experienced hire (e.g., Senior Associate equivalent). For this, 35 years should not be too old. Lots of success to you! Best, Heinrich

[@jonathankiles6148]

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[@bellisma1927]

Hi. I'm applying to BCG. Would these tips apply as well?

[@FirmLearning]

Yes, absolutely! Would tackle the cover letter in the same way. Best! Heinrich

[@bickf4341]

4:02 I see you mentioned the dates in which you were available..but how many time before the starting date did you sent the application?

[@FirmLearning]

Hi, for MBB in Europe, you should usually apply at least 3 months before the official starting date. A bit earlier (e.g., 6-9 months) would probably be even better. Best, Heinrich

[@treloleleki1618]

Hi Heinrich, Being 30 years old, having a background in architecture and 3 years of work experience, top 1% in all the 3: high school, bachelor and master, do you believe I even have a chance of getting a job in an MBB or even in the consulting world, considering that my Uni studies are not at all business or technology related? Do I stand a chance without any further degree such as MBA or Finance? Thank you,

[@FirmLearning]

Hi! Yes, in general you absolutely have a chance. Especially the large MBB firms have recruiting quotas for people with "exotic" backgrounds. E.g., one of the McK partners in my former office was a professional opera singer before he joined the firm ;) Lots of success to you! Best, H

[@javierjp8549]

Do you apply with English CVs or cover letters in other countries, let's say Germany or Italy?

[@jonathankiles6148]

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[@FirmLearning]

Hi Javier, it will usually be ok to apply in the local language, unless you are told otherwise! Best, Heinrich

[@mmuller7534]

Thanks for sharing this with us Heinrich! 👍 I think it's better to write Ms. XY (not Mrs.)! and to finish in a more formal way, with 'Yours faithfully' or 'yours sincerely'!

[@FirmLearning]

Hi, thanks for sharing! Yes, good idea. Best, Heinrich

[@the_man_who_germany5424]

Is your application stronger (as a German applicant) if you send your cover letter in english?

[@FirmLearning]

No, do not think that this gives you a plus. Best, H

[@snehalbhartiya6724]

I'll let you know if it was helpful.

[@FirmLearning]

Sure thing interested to hear!

[@sayantanroy9946]

Hii Heinrich, to be a consultant at MBB firm in Europe is it kind of mandatory to know the local language? Will alone English be enough.

[@FirmLearning]

Hi Sayantan, yes for most roles it is required. Though check out the latest post in the community tab of my channel - there you see an opportunity where you can also apply with English-only! Best, Heinrich

[@sayantanroy9946]

@@FirmLearning thank you so much for your answer. Yes I recently checked Inverto from you posts. But unfortunately they dont have currently any intership positions and as a current student I am mostly looking for internships. But I applied for a working student position. Thank you so much for these guiding information and video.