BCG For You | Mentor Program

Take your next step – Join the BCG for You Mentor Program

Are you ready to grow, connect, and discover how your unique background can shape your career? Apply now for the BCG for You Mentor Program 2025–2026, a 6-month experience designed to empower you both personally and professionally.

At BCG, we believe that your story matters. In this program, you'll work closely with a BCG mentor and buddy, attend monthly workshops, and build lasting connections with like-minded peers. Together, we’ll help you develop the skills and confidence to navigate your next step.

Who are we looking for?

We invite applications from first-generation students, currently studying at a Dutch university. Are you in your (pre-)Master’s or final year of your Bachelor’s? Do you want to grow in an inclusive environment and connect with inspiring people? Then we’d love to hear from you!

If you are not a first-generation student but feel that you could benefit from this mentorship program and the networks it offers to help you make the most of your career, we encourage you to apply.

Dutch language is not required - this program is open to all.

What you’ll gain

The BCG For You Mentor Program offers:

• One-on-one mentorship with a dedicated BCG mentor and buddy
• Career-focused workshops and sessions on self-development
• A community of ambitious, like-minded students
• Tools to navigate the transition into the job market with confidence
• Greater insight into your strengths and how to use them to make impact

You’ll leave the program with a stronger understanding of your own strengths, and practical strategies to harness your unique potential.

Apply Here before October 12, 2025

How to Apply

If you’re currently attending a Dutch University, pursuing your (pre-) Master’s or final year of your Bachelor’s, and are passionate about personal growth and connecting with like-minded, inspirational people, we want to hear from you!

The application process consists of two steps:

Step 1: Profile Selection

Please ensure you have uploaded all the required documents:

1. Resume
2. High school transcript
3. University transcript (up to current date)
4. Cover letter (max 450 words)

In your cover letter, please answer the following questions:

• Why should we choose you as a mentee for this program?
• What do you hope to learn during this program?
• How would you benefit from having a BCG mentor?

You will receive feedback on whether you are invited to the next step no later than October 20th, 2025.

Step 2: Virtual Q&A + Online Quantitative Math Test (QMT)

If you pass the profile selection, you will be invited to complete step 2 between October 20th and 26th:

Video Q&A: in this step, you will receive a set of questions to assess your fit and motivation to participate in this program. You will be required to record your responses and submit them via the portal.

Quantitative Math Test (QMT): this online test evaluates your quantitative skills, logic, and business acumen.

The workshops will take place on the following dates:

• Workshop 1 – December 9th, 2025
• Workshop 2 – January 9th, 2026
• Workshop 3 – 17 February 17th, 2026
• Workshop 4 – March 17th, 2026
• Workshop 5 – May 12th, 2026
• Workshop 6 – June 9th, 2026

*Note: Only complete applications before October 12th, including your resume, transcripts (high school and university), and cover letter, will be considered.

*Note: please note that proficiency in Dutch is not a requirement.