Undergraduate Software Engineer Interview Experience - Santa Barbara, California
Process
I went to Microsoft's on-campus office hours and applied online.
A recruiter contacted me by email, and the interview took place three weeks later, on campus.
I was asked a few questions and given a coding problem.
Questions
Why do you choose Microsoft?
Which group would you like to work in?
Introduce a group project that you like most.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Microsoft Undergraduate Software Engineer role in Santa Barbara, California.
Success Rate
Microsoft's interview process for their Undergraduate Software Engineer roles in Santa Barbara, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Microsoft's Undergraduate Software Engineer interview process in Santa Barbara, California.
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