Process
An agent contacted me and asked a few questions, then explained the process.
She sent me some good references to prepare for the interviews.
I set up interview times for two phone-technical interviews.
I got a call about the results in about a week.
Questions
Know OOP and be comfortable with coding.
The most important part is to be able to figure out a reasonable solution you can code and code it while on the phone.
Simulate the interview for sure and time yourself.
Questions are not hard, but time is very important. Don't try to give perfect code and answers; you will lose time.
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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.
- 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.
- 5.0Great Work, Really HardSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeUniMarch 21, 2023Pros: It was a great experience. I recommend it.Cons: Lots of hard work.
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