Process
First, take an OA with a lot of graph problems. The OA is unique.
The second round is with Karat. I honestly don't like Karat that much, since they don't interact with their candidates. No hints, no help, no cooperation.
Questions
Very similar to LeetCode tag questions.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 28 interview experiences for the Palantir Software Engineer Intern role in United States.
Success Rate
7%
Pass Rate
Palantir's interview process for their Software Engineer Intern roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive36%
Neutral54%
Negative11%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Palantir's Software Engineer Intern interview process in United States.
Palantir Work Experiences
3.0
Good People, Confusing Hierarchy
Software Engineer Intern • Former Employee
November 16, 2023
Pros: Great pay and benefits; people are great.
Cons: The flat hierarchy makes it unclear at times who you're meant to report to, and the overall vibe is a little too competitive and secretive.
4.0
Good Pay and Work
Software Engineer Intern • Former Employee
New York, New York, United States
November 30, 2021
Pros: Smart teammates and interesting work, combined with good pay.
Cons: Longer hours, a few tighter deadlines, and on call.
3.0
Good company to work at for a few years
Software Engineer Intern • Former Employee
New York, New York, United States
September 15, 2025
Pros: A great name to have on your resume.
Cons: SWE experience can vary greatly from team to team.
Not much career progression; engineers frequently exit.
- 3.0Good People, Confusing HierarchySoftware Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeNovember 16, 2023Pros: Great pay and benefits; people are great.Cons: The flat hierarchy makes it unclear at times who you're meant to report to, and the overall vibe is a little too competitive and secretive.
- 4.0Good Pay and WorkSoftware Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesNovember 30, 2021Pros: Smart teammates and interesting work, combined with good pay.Cons: Longer hours, a few tighter deadlines, and on call.
- 3.0Good company to work at for a few yearsSoftware Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesSeptember 15, 2025Pros: A great name to have on your resume.Cons: SWE experience can vary greatly from team to team. Not much career progression; engineers frequently exit.
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