Spencer F.

Spencer F.

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Break into Consulting | Ex-McKinsey EM | From Non-Target to Top Firm

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Studied at Brigham Young University

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Worked at McKinsey & Company

Available January 3 at 7:30 PM UTC

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Spencer’s Management Consulting Qualifications

Experience level: Case Team Leader

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Hello, I’m Spencer! My journey into consulting started at a non-target school, where I landed a McKinsey internship as the only Summer Business Analyst from my university that year. Coming from a chemical engineering background, I know what it takes to move from technical roles to the fast-paced, executive-level world of consulting. At McKinsey, I advanced through the ranks, from Summer BA to Engagement Manager, leading 15+ projects across industries like consumer, healthcare, private equity, and industrials. I’ve helped a dozen individuals navigate the interview process and secure roles at top firms, offering guidance on everything from case prep to storytelling. If you’re looking to refine your resume, master the case, and build a standout profile, let’s connect and build your path to a top firm!

Spencer can help with:

Skill Building

Case Interview Prep

Presentations

Resume Review

Frameworks

Behavioral Interview Prep

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About Spencer

Recruiting Experience: As a former Engagement Manager at McKinsey, I understand what it takes to navigate the consulting recruitment process and succeed once you're in. When I was recruiting, I made it to final rounds with every top firm (MBB), as well as several secondary firms, and ultimately received multiple offers. At McKinsey, I went through formal interview training, led recruiting efforts for my office and non-target school, and helped many candidates polish their resumes, craft compelling cover letters, and prepare for interviews. Coaching and Development Expertise: At McKinsey, I coached more than 20 Business Analysts and fellow Engagement Managers to develop the skills needed to excel in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. My ability to coach clients, lead teams, solve complex problems, and deliver results was consistently highlighted in my performance reviews. These experiences shape how I approach coaching—focused, practical, and tailored to your goals. Who I Am: I studied engineering because I wanted to be challenged and develop the tangible analytical skills. However, during my internships, I realized that while engineering problems were challenging, they often felt narrow in scope and impact. Consulting offered me the chance to tackle big, complex issues that directly influence companies’ strategies and success. I felt consulting was the perfect way to combine my skillset with high impact work.

Why do I coach?

I’m passionate about helping others with similar backgrounds successfully navigate their journey into consulting. Breaking into the business world can feel daunting, especially when you come from a technical background or lack access to the right resources. As an engineer transitioning into consulting, I experienced the steep learning curve firsthand. I want to be the resource I wish I’d had—someone to provide clear, actionable guidance on mastering case interviews, building meaningful connections, and hitting the ground running in a new environment. There’s nothing more rewarding to me than seeing someone overcome these challenges and thrive in their career. Coaching is my way of paying it forward, and I’m here to make sure you’re prepared for every step of the process.

Work Experience

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Director of Advisory

Pattern

September 2024 - Present

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Engagement Manager

McKinsey & Company

June 2019 - September 2024

Resource Allocation, Business Analysis and +9 skills

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Case Manager

Cougar Consulting Group

January 2019 - April 2019

Microsoft Excel, Client Counseling and +3 skills

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Systems Integration Engineer

Cummins

May 2017 - August 2018

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI and +2 skills

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Engineering Consultant Intern

Jacobs Engineering Group

June 2015 - December 2015

Spencer was also given offers to work at

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    Jacobs Engineering Group

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    Bain & Company

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    Boston Consulting Group

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    PwC

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    Valero Energy

  • ExxonMobil Logo

    ExxonMobil

Education

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Brigham Young University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemical Engineering

2015 - 2020

Activities and societies: American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE), Engineers in Business Club (EBC)

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