How to learn more about a career at Bain
How to learn more about a career at Bain
Get to know Bain's culture, work, and people before you even apply
If you’re exploring a career at Bain, you’re likely asking: What’s it really like to work here? The good news is there are plenty of ways to find out. From campus events to virtual sessions to firsthand stories and podcasts, here’s where you should start to learn what makes Bain’s people, work, and culture unique.
Explore work areas at Bain
There are many ways to make an impact at Bain. From consulting and expert roles to business services teams in areas like data analytics, technology, marketing, recruiting, and operations, every Bainie plays a part in delivering results for our clients and strengthening our culture.
Exploring different career paths can help you imagine where your skills and interests fit best, and spark questions to bring to recruiters or networking events.
Not sure where to start? Take our Careers Quiz to discover which areas of work best align with your strengths and interests.
Learn from Bain’s leaders
A great way to get to know Bain is by hearing directly from the people who lead and shape our work. The Beyond the Bio podcast features Bain leaders sharing their stories, including how they got started, what they’ve learned along the way, and what inspires them about their teams and clients.
These conversations highlight the many ways people build careers at Bain, from different backgrounds, industries, and stages of life. Listening in gives you an inside look at our culture, and the challenges and opportunities that make the experience rewarding.
Explore Bain's expertise and insights
We published our annual CEO Sustainability Guide during Climate Week NYC 2025.
We have experts across industries and capabilities, from private equity and technology to sustainability, healthcare, and beyond. Our teams continually develop new insights, frameworks, and perspectives to help organizations solve their toughest challenges.
You can explore this expertise in action through our reports and briefs. Each year, these publications are refreshed with the latest data, trends, and thinking from our global experts, offering a glimpse into how Bain teams navigate change and achieve real impact.
Exploring these resources is a great way to understand Bain’s approach to problem-solving but also the depth and diversity of expertise that defines our people and culture.
Attend virtual events and webinars
Bain’s virtual recruiting events and webinars are a great way to hear firsthand from our people around the world and get a clearer picture of what we do and how our teams work together.
For example, our Bain Breaks It Down webinar series explores different parts of the Bain experience. You might hear what it’s like to be on a case team, how people found their path to Bain, or how we’re tackling challenges in areas like private equity, AI, or sustainability.
Each event is designed to be engaging and informative. Come curious and ready to learn. You’ll walk away with new insights and a deeper understanding of how Bainies learn, grow, and support one another.
Connect with Bain on campus
If you’re currently a university student or advanced degree student interested in consulting, campus events are one of the best and most authentic ways to see Bain’s people and culture in action. Each year, our teams around the world host dozens of recruiting and learning experiences designed to bring our work and values to life. This includes:
Info sessions that provide an overview of Bain’s work, culture, and recruiting process.
Coffee chats or small-group sessions that let you ask Bainies about their career paths.
Case workshops where consultants walk you through real-world problem solving.
These experiences reflect what life at Bain feels like: teamwork, intellectual curiosity, and a strong sense of support.
Students gather on campus for a recruiting event where Bain mentors guide teams through real-world business challenges.
Ready to learn more?
As you explore Bain through our work and our teams, you'll start to build a clearer picture of what a career here could look like. That insight can spark thoughtful questions and lead to more meaningful conversations with the people you meet.
Connecting with alumni, mentors, or recruiters is one of the best ways to understand our culture and how Bainies grow their careers. Each conversation offers a unique perspective and brings to life the collaboration, openness, and shared commitment that define our culture.
