Software Engineering PhD Intern, Summer 2026
Product-Based Company
Job Description
Google hiring Software Engineering PhD Intern for Summer 2026 in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune. Join for unique 12-14 week paid internship that offers personal and professional development, executive speaker series, and community-building. Software Engineering Internship program gives opportunity to work on complex computer science solutions, develop scalable, distributed software systems, and collaborate on multitudes of smaller projects that have universal appeal. As Software Engineering intern, you will work on specific project critical to Google's needs. As key member of versatile team, you will work on specific project critical to Google's needs. We need our engineers to be versatile and enthusiastic in addressing problems as we continue to push technology forward. You will design, test, deploy, and maintain software solutions as you grow and evolve during internship.
Requirements
Pursuing PhD program with focus in software development or other technical related field. Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages (e.g., Java, C/C++, Python, JavaScript, Go, etc.). Experience working in Unix/Linux environments. Experience with data structures, algorithms, and software design. Research experience in Algorithms, Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Compilers, Database, Data Mining, Distributed Systems, Machine Learning, Networking, or Systems. Programming experience in C/C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, Go or similar.
Required Skills
C++
Java
Python
JavaScript
Go
Algorithms
Data Structures
Research
Hiring Insights
- Hiring Status: Actively hiring
- Batch Priority: PhD 2026/2027 preferred
- Expected Response Time: 3–4 weeks after applying
- Preferred Qualification: PhD pursuing
Note: Insights are based on previous hiring patterns and community feedback.
Selection Process
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Step 1 Online Application
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Step 2 Research Assessment
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Step 3 Coding Challenge
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Step 4 Technical Interviews
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Step 5 Research Discussion
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Step 6 Final ResultDuration: 1-2 weeks
Typical process based on past hiring patterns at product-based companies.
Who Should Apply
PhD students with strong research background and programming skills.
Common Reasons for Rejection
- Weak research background
- Poor programming skills
- No relevant PhD focus