I applied through university. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at IBM (Bengaluru) in Nov 2025
Interview
IBM On-Campus Internship Interview – Experience
The internship process started with an online assessment consisting of 2 coding questions on job scheduling (no MCQs). I was not selected after this round. For those who cleared the OA, the next steps included a group discussion and a technical interview. They were looking for good project and the Gen AI knowledge.
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Question 1
I was not selected after the online assessment. My friend, who cleared the OA, mentioned that in the technical interview they asked about projects, focusing on the work done and the technologies used.
Applied through the company portal, completed an online coding assessment, followed by a technical interview covering data structures, algorithms, OOP concepts, and project experience. Concluded with an HR discussion about the role, career goals, availability, and compensation expectations.
## IBM Interview Process
The process began with initial resume shortlisting, followed by competitive **DSA and coding rounds** to test core technical concepts. After clearing those, I cleared two comprehensive interviews with the **Hiring Manager/Tech Expert** and **HR**.
Describe the interview process: The process consisted of three rounds: an initial online assessment focusing on data structures and algorithms, followed by two technical video interviews. The technical rounds were intensive, covering system design, live coding, and deep-dive questions into previous project experience and database optimization.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Design a scalable URL shortener system and explain how you would handle high read/write throughput.
