Process
The process was lengthy.
Applied in late September, heard back in late December, and received an offer by late February.
Had four interviews over the phone or video with the hiring manager and other members of the team.
Overall, a good experience.
Questions
Rapid-fire algorithms
Memory architecture, caching strategies, and sizing calculations
Embedded and object-oriented C++
Singleton design pattern
GPU architecture and software
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 8 interview experiences for the Apple Hardware Engineer Intern role in United States.
Success Rate
Apple's interview process for their Hardware Engineer Intern roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Apple's Hardware Engineer Intern interview process in United States.
Apple Work Experiences
- 2.0Good Perks, Boring WorkHardware Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeCupertino, California, United StatesJune 1, 2021Pros: Good pay, housing included. The gym and other facilities are really good.Cons: Boring, meaningless work. Another cog in the big machine.
- 5.0Great Team, Siloed ProjectsHardware Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeSunnyvale, California, United StatesAugust 24, 2023Pros: Meaningful projects, great coworkers, and management.Cons: Teams are very siloed, which impedes communication.
- 4.0Great People, Busy WorkHardware Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeAustin, Texas, United StatesAugust 26, 2024Pros: Great people and exciting projects.Cons: Can get busy at work.
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