IBM Software Engineering Intern interview questions
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I applied online. I interviewed at IBM (San Jose, CA) in Sep 2025
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Very simple interview mainly because they tripled intern hiring. 2 30-45 min calls. One was simple leetcode. Other was resume screening + minor technical talk. If you're prepared, you'll be 100% fine
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Q: Explain XXX project on your Resume
Q: Solve this leetcode problem: [Trie data structure problem]
I applied online. I interviewed at IBM (Austin, TX) in Jan 2026
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Technical and Behavioral In 1 Hour
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Leetcode Easy, Technical Questions related to previous experience and classes from school. Behavioral. 1 hour total. Offer 1 month later. Asked:
Why IBM?
What is the hardest technical challenge you have faced?
Asked about Sorting algorithms.
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Why IBM?
What is the hardest technical challenge you have faced?
Asked about Sorting algorithms.
Had a technical assessment online which had both an algorithm component and HTML / CSS web development component, Was pretty straightforward process overall, nothing too crazy, they had a practice test and everything as well.