Young Professionals Program

Turn your passion
into progress

For graduates who are driven by passion, integrity, and curiosity, shape your future in management consulting with our Young Professionals Program.

Learn. Lead. Deliver with us.

Looking to kickstart your consulting career in Stockholm or Gothenburg? Our Young Professionals Program is designed to introduce talented graduates to the field in a way that’s both exciting and efficient. Over the course of a year, you’ll build a strong foundation by combining essential theory with practice.

Join a dynamic team that is passionate about Digital Business Transformation, Strategy and Business Development, Strategic IT, and Sourcing and Procurement. With experienced colleagues by your side and a forward-thinking approach, you’ll help large organizations with independent advice and actionable strategies that create lasting impact. Come be part of our journey and see the difference you can make!

Our commitment to your career

Exposure to a wide range of management consulting capability areas

Meaningful project work with a focus on high-quality client delivery

Supportive mentorship from experienced consultants and a dedicated development coach

Be part of a growing, entrepreneurial team where your contributions drive value

Opportunities to travel between our Gothenburg and Stockholm offices for program courses, social events, and networking, plus an exciting graduation trip to our office in India

A balanced work-life environment that values both professional achievement and personal wellbeing

Competitive compensation package

A social culture with regular events, sports activities, and plenty of ways to connect with colleagues

Our commitment to your career

Exposure to a wide range of management consulting capability areas

Meaningful project work with a focus on high-quality client delivery

Supportive mentorship from experienced consultants and a dedicated development coach

Be part of a growing, entrepreneurial team where your contributions drive value

Exposure to a wide range of management consulting capability areas

Meaningful project work with a focus on high-quality client delivery

Supportive mentorship from experienced consultants and a dedicated development coach

Be part of a growing, entrepreneurial team where your contributions drive value

The program structure

Our Young Professionals program blends theory with practice, where the theoretical part is divided in four key areas

Consulting Skills

Develop essential skills expected of every management consultant.

IT Methodologies and Frameworks

Learn the fundamentals of the methodologies and frameworks shaping today’s organizations, helping you quickly adopt the client’s language and culture.

Capability Offerings

Explore Opticos’ expertise areas and client solutions.

Case Studies

Work through client assignments focused on management consulting, strategy, business development, digitalisation, sourcing, and IT strategy.

The
requirements

One- or two-year Master’s Degree in Business, Engineering, or a similar field

Business proficiency in Swedish and English

Take the next step in your career,
become a Young Professional

For graduates who are driven by passion, integrity, and curiosity, shape your future in management consulting with our Young Professionals Program. Over the course of a year, build a strong foundation by combining essential theory with practice.

Moments of curiosity, confidence, and collaboration

Step into the world of our Young Professionals, where curiosity sparks new ideas, confidence turns challenges into achievements, and every milestone is celebrated together.

Testimonials from last year's
Young Professionals

Why did you join Opticos?

I joined Opticos because of the exciting opportunity to work with diverse clients in team-based projects. I saw it as a chance to learn and grow. Additionally, Opticos aligned with my personal values, and I appreciated company culture where everyone knows and cares about each other.........

Tobias Nilsson

Young Professional 2023
Linköping University
Master of Science in Business and Economics

Why did you join Opticos?

I joined Opticos because of the exciting opportunity to work with diverse clients in team-based projects. I saw it as a chance to learn and grow. Additionally, Opticos aligned with my personal values, and I appreciated company culture where everyone knows and cares about each other.........

Tobias Nilsson

Young Professional 2023
Linköping University
Master of Science in Business and Economics

Why did you join Opticos?

I joined Opticos because of the exciting opportunity to work with diverse clients in team-based projects. I saw it as a chance to learn and grow. Additionally, Opticos aligned with my personal values, and I appreciated company culture where everyone knows and cares about each other.........

Tobias Nilsson

Young Professional 2023
Linköping University
Master of Science in Business and Economics

Why did you join Opticos?

I joined Opticos because of the exciting opportunity to work with diverse clients in team-based projects. I saw it as a chance to learn and grow. Additionally, Opticos aligned with my personal values, and I appreciated company culture where everyone knows and cares about each other.........

Tobias Nilsson

Young Professional 2023
Linköping University
Master of Science in Business and Economics

From application to offer:
The journey ahead

We’ve designed a recruitment process that helps us get to know you, and lets you discover what makes our Young Professionals Program a great start to your career.

Step 1: Application Period

Submit your CV, personal letter, and university grades (all in English).
(Note: The application period is currently closed and will reopen in September 2025.)

Step 2: First Interview

Attend a personal interview and complete an individual case after initial screening.

Step 3: Group Case

Join us at our Stockholm office to participate in a group case alongside a few of our colleagues.

Step 4: Meeting with Opticos India

Engage in a digital discussion with our team in India to reflect on a selected topic.

Step 5: Final Interview

Meet with members of our management team for the final interview.

Step 6: Job Offer

Receive your official offer and prepare to start in August 2026.

Step 7: Program Start

Begin your journey with an introduction week in August. Meet fellow Young Professionals, explore our Swedish offices, and start your management consulting journey.

Upcoming Student Events

Curious about our Young Professionals program?

Drop by our student fairs to connect with our team and get answers to all your questions, face to face.

02/06

2025