Software Engineer (Internship) Interview Experience - San Jose, California
Process
Firstly, they will send a coding challenge covering two coding problems. Then, there will be two back-to-back phone interviews. If scores in the two rounds are not identical, there will be one additional phone interview.
Questions
Algorithm coding problems with medium difficulty.
One problem for each round, with several following questions.
Code quality is really important.
Be prepared to improve your intuitive solution to the most efficient one.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 9 interview experiences for the Google Software Engineer (Internship) role in San Jose, California.
Success Rate
Google's interview process for their Software Engineer (Internship) roles in San Jose, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Google's Software Engineer (Internship) interview process in San Jose, California.
Google Work Experiences
- 5.0Great Start, Odd DaysSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesApril 3, 2025Pros: Very good work environment, especially coming out of college.Cons: They would always take different days.
- 3.0Good Perks, Long HoursSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesOctober 30, 2023Pros: They give very good benefits, such as free food.Cons: They do have you working long hours to reach deadlines.
- 5.0Great Pay, Amazing EnvironmentAI/ML Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesJune 18, 2023Pros: Highly paid and good environment.Cons: Nothing to say about that.
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