SE Intern applicants have rated the interview process at Google with 3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 71.4% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for SE Intern roles take an average of 43 days to get hired, when considering 5 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Google overall takes an average of 43 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Google as a SE Intern according to 5 Glassdoor interviews include:
Phone interview: 43%
Skills test: 29%
Personality test: 14%
Other: 14%
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Structured, challenging, and fair interview process with thoughtful questions, supportive interviewers, and clear communication. It encouraged problem solving, collaboration, and learning while offering valuable insight into Google’s culture and growth.
I applied online. I interviewed at Google (Toronto, ON) in Oct 2025
Interview
The interview process was fairly straightforward but challenging. It started with a technical round focused on data structures and algorithms, mainly LeetCode medium to hard level problems. This was followed by a behavioural interview where communication, problem-solving approach, and past experiences were evaluated. Preparation and clarity mattered a lot.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a time when you struggled with a difficult technical problem. How did you approach it, what trade-offs did you consider, and how did you communicate your solution and reasoning to others?
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Google (Londres, Angleterre) in Mar 2025
Interview
Das Gespräch war angenehm. Sie waren freundlich und das Gespräch war eher auf persönlicher Ebene. Fachliche Fragen musste ich im 1. Gespräch nicht beantwortne. Wären im 2. Gespräch gekommen. Mir wurden auch Kaffee und Wasser angeboten- man hat sich wohl gefühlt.