Process
As expected from a Google interview, it consists of a phone interview and a technical interview. In my opinion, with the skill level that Google is looking for, the interview is fair and accurately tests the ability of a candidate. I imagine the interview for full-time positions is harder, but as an intern, I felt that it was the right amount of difficulty and complexity.
Questions
They asked me to solve an algorithm question.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 950 interview experiences for the Google Software Engineer (Internship) role.
Success Rate
Google's interview process for their Software Engineer (Internship) roles is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Google's Software Engineer (Internship) interview process.
Google Work Experiences
- 5.0Great best placeSoftware Engineer (Internship) • Former EmployeeHyderābādJanuary 6, 2026Pros: Best WLB, best projects, and obviously features.Cons: Too laidback to feel doing anything productive.
- 4.0Good work-life balance, but top-down management limits impactSoftware Engineer (Internship) • Former EmployeeSunnyvale, CASeptember 24, 2026Pros: There is a good work-life balance, and they provide food.Cons: Very top-down management, with less impact.
- 5.0Internship in 2025Software Engineer (Internship) • Former EmployeeSunnyvale, CAFebruary 16, 2026Pros: You will get one host and one co-host for the whole summer. The host will give you an already ready project, such as a mini PRD. Overall, work hard and fast on the project, and then you will be fine.Cons: Google has a pretty long process if you try to get a return offer.
Google Interview Questions
