How competitive is it when applying for internships at companies such as Google and Apple?

Dear Alec,

I can't speak about other companies, but I can say a few things about Google. Internships at Google are really competitive. I don't think that is news. :-) Some things I have heard though:

• Preferably apply early. I think next year's postings start appearing in October or earlier. However, balanced with this is that you must be ready to interview shortly after Google receives your application, in case you are selected.


• There are a lot of information about it here, http://www.google.com/about/careers/students. In the "How to apply" section, there's a link "Learn more about our hiring process". It is advisable to look at that and the videos therein too. It takes some time to prepare for a Google interview, so it is advisable start early. The book "Cracking the Coding Interview" is cited by some applicants as being helpful.


• It is a definite plus if you have a referral, i.e. someone who could vouch for you such as a professor, in your application.


• Make sure to put in all your coding experience in your resume, not just the classes. If, for example, you created an app that is widely used, you should put that on your resume! Obviously, good grades from an excellent university help greatly, but are not the only things looked at.


• If you are a first or second year student, check out the Engineering Practicum Intern. The program is designed for them. The usual intern programs are more for juniors and seniors (or later) with more independence.


• Limiting oneself to a particular location will greatly decrease the chance of getting a position.

It is an exciting opportunity. (I never did an internship, but I can see what the interns are exposed to.) Best wishes!

You can have a check with this below webpage. :

http://www.businessinsider.in/Heres-how-much-interns-can-make-at-Apple-Google-Facebook-and-other-hot-tech-companies/articleshow/51996912.cms