Software Engineer Intern Interview Experience - New York, New York
Process
The first round was a HackerRank coding assessment, featuring basic DSA questions. This was followed by an interests form.
Next, there was an interview with one of their SWEs. I wasn't selected for further rounds, despite perfectly answering all the interview questions (as told by the interviewer himself). I'm not sure what happens next.
Questions
Why Citadel, and not (for example) Jane Street, Google, or Goldman Sachs?
How would you solve a scheduling issue given a DAG of tasks and k computers? What if k is one or infinity?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 5 interview experiences for the Citadel Software Engineer Intern role in New York, New York.
Success Rate
Citadel's interview process for their Software Engineer Intern roles in New York, New York is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having negative feelings for Citadel's Software Engineer Intern interview process in New York, New York.
Citadel Work Experiences
- 3.0Great pay and smart colleagues, but poor work-life balanceSoftware Engineer Intern • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesOctober 2, 2022Pros: High compensation that matches performance. You'll always be technically challenged. Colleagues are all highly driven people.Cons: Engineers work an average of 50-60 hours a week.
- 4.0Really Good ExperienceSoftware Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesApril 29, 2021Pros: The internship program is among the best, if not the best in the entire country. There are an amazing number of perks, swag, and other benefits provided to interns. They prioritize your development as an engineer.Cons: You are matched with the project you are assigned to, so there's a chance the project might not be to your liking.
- 5.0Good Pay, Long HoursSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesOctober 15, 2025Pros: Good pay. Challenging projects for early career.Cons: The hours are relatively long.
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