Process
The initial stage is OA (Online Assessment), followed by a first technical round, which typically consists of LeetCode (LC) problems.
Next, there are three technical rounds on the "Power Day." These rounds vary and can include LeetCode problems or system design topics.
Questions
OS, systems, and typical med-hard LC questions
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 20 interview experiences for the Citadel Software Engineer Intern role in United States.
Success Rate
10%
Pass Rate
Citadel's interview process for their Software Engineer Intern roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive60%
Neutral25%
Negative15%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Citadel's Software Engineer Intern interview process in United States.
Citadel Work Experiences
4.0
Really Good Experience
Software Engineer Intern • Former Employee
New York, New York, United States
April 29, 2021
Pros: 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.
3.0
Great pay and smart colleagues, but poor work-life balance
Software Engineer Intern • Current Employee
New York, New York, United States
October 2, 2022
Pros: 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.
4.0
Good Pay, Awkward Location
Software Engineer • Former Employee
New York, New York, United States
March 1, 2020
Pros: Work-life balance and good pay.
Cons: The location of the office isn't the best for me.
- 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.
- 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.
- 4.0Good Pay, Awkward LocationSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesMarch 1, 2020Pros: Work-life balance and good pay.Cons: The location of the office isn't the best for me.
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