Process
Applied online and received a HackerRank link.
One question was challenging, but I solved everything optimally.
Despite this, I still received a rejection, which felt like a waste of time and effort. Why not reject candidates earlier instead?
The process should definitely be improved to value the interviewee's time as well.
Questions
Segment tree with lazy propagation and coordinate compression.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 18 interview experiences for the Citadel Software Engineering Intern role in United States.
Success Rate
Citadel's interview process for their Software Engineering Intern roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Citadel's Software Engineering Intern interview process in United States.
Citadel Work Experiences
- 5.0Great Ownership, Smart PeopleSoftware Engineering Intern • Former EmployeeChicago, Illinois, United StatesNovember 4, 2017Pros: Smart people. Things get done. Large amount of ownership given over projects.Cons: Not much. Hard to beat free food as well.
- 5.0Good perks, good career development, longer hours than normal big tech SWESoftware Engineering Intern • Former EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesAugust 25, 2021Pros: In-person internship, great perks (like going to the Four Seasons in FL).Cons: Iffy WLB, but not unreasonable.
- 3.0Tough place to workSenior Software Developer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesJanuary 16, 2012Pros: 1. Great benefits. 2. Free food. 3. Work on the latest technologies. 4. Very high-paced.Cons: 1. Poor work/life balance. 2. Managers lack leadership and do not show respect.
Citadel Interview Questions
