Software Engineer New Grad Interview Experience - Chicago, Illinois
Process
There was an online code sample with two exercises to complete in 90 minutes.
They were not too difficult, but the time was a little limited if you had to consider most of the possible test cases; otherwise, you wouldn't pass.
I suggest practicing a lot on LeetCode (or any online website), especially by timing yourself. This is very important because it was the main reason I failed.
Recruiters are nice and want to help you, but you have to practice a lot and study.
Questions
Exercise based on String manipulations
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 4 interview experiences for the Google Software Engineer New Grad role in Chicago, Illinois.
Success Rate
Google's interview process for their Software Engineer New Grad roles in Chicago, Illinois is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Google's Software Engineer New Grad interview process in Chicago, Illinois.
Google Work Experiences
- 5.0Friendly, Organized, Great ExperienceSoftware Engineer New Grad • Current EmployeeMarch 10, 2025Pros: Very well organized, friendly, interactive.Cons: No negative experience. All went very well.
- 4.0Great Culture, Needs DiversitySoftware Engineer New Grad • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesNovember 27, 2020Pros: Great place to work, people and company values.Cons: Needs more work to diversify the workplace.
- 4.0Good Team, No GrowthSoftware Engineer New Grad • Former EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesApril 2, 2023Pros: Great team with great benefits.Cons: No mobility within company levels.
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