
First Student Software Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 38 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at First Student.
Software Engineer
So the interview thingy usually goes like this: First you apply by sending your resume and a cover letter. Then they screen all the applications. After that, there's a phone or video call for a first chat. If that goes well, you have an in-person interview with some team folks or the hiring manager. Sometimes they give you an assessment or test to check your skills. Finally, there might be more interviews or they just decide. To get ready, you should research the company to get what they're about. Also, really look at the job description so you know what they want. Practice answering common interview questions. And think of some good questions to ask them. When you're interviewing, be confident and show you're keen. Be prepared with copies of anything you need. And just be yourself, that's important.
- Can you tell me about yourself?
Software Engineer
Online interview somewhat tough compared to the other one I suggest you to go through with all the necessary requirements to be complete before taking the interview. Online interview somewhat tough compared to the other one I suggest you to go through with all the necessary requirements to be complete that's the point.
- Are you open to night shifts and other necessary requirements?
Software Engineer Intern
We're looking to check your technical skills. This might involve a coding test, a system design problem, or an assignment, and should take about 1-3 hours depending on how tough it is. You'll likely get algorithm and data structure questions, often on places like HackerRank or LeetCode. Sometimes there's a technical quiz or a take-home task that's job-related. Best advice: practice coding problems and system design. Make sure you're efficient and accurate when solving.
- What are your salary expectations?
First Student Software Engineer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from First Student interview reports.
“Could you explain how to find the diameter of a tree?”
Read reports →“Can you implement map using three different functions?”
Read reports →“Regarding the Oakville office, is it remote or hybrid?”
Read reports →“Have you heard back about the results?”
Read reports →“Now, can you optimize that implementation?”
Read report →“Can you tell me about Kaar Technologies?”
Read report →“Do you have any questions about Java basics?”
Read report →“Can you explain basic Java concepts?”
Read report →“Do you have any questions about SQL basics?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 38 First Student interview reports.