Process
Applied online and was contacted by the recruiter soon afterward to set up a phone screen.
There were two 45-minute interviews during the first phone screen.
I was contacted again after a week for another telephone interview.
Experienced call quality issues during the interviews, but they went well in general.
Questions
One algorithm/coding question was to solve per interview.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 482 interview experiences for the Google Software Engineer (Internship) role in United States.
Success Rate
Google's interview process for their Software Engineer (Internship) roles in the United States 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 in United States.
Google Work Experiences
- 5.0Great Work-Life BalanceSoftware Engineer (Internship) • Former EmployeeFebruary 16, 2021Pros: Smart people, relaxed atmosphere, great office perks.Cons: Slow mobility and a slow pace of development since the company is so large.
- 5.0Great Pay, No DownsidesSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNilApril 5, 2021Pros: Good salary for working in it.Cons: No downside to the job.
- 4.0Pioneering Tech, Ad DependenceSooftware Engineer • Current EmployeeAmerica, United StatesSeptember 3, 2025Pros: Innovation Leader – Google consistently pioneers cutting-edge technologies in AI, cloud computing, search, and advertising. Strong Brand & Market Share – Its dominance in search (over 90% market share globally) gives it unmatched visibility and influence.Cons: Dependence on Ads – Over 75% of revenue still comes from advertising, making Google vulnerable to market shifts and regulatory changes. Privacy Concerns – Ongoing criticism and scrutiny over data collection and user privacy have damaged its public trust in some regions.
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