Emerging Talent at Netflix

It’s no secret that we are here to entertain the world, and you’re here because you want to entertain a career at Netflix. We can only offer films, TV series, and games that are best-in-class when we hire talent that is world-class.

We currently hire new graduates into many different areas of Netflix across both technical and business functions within the United States.

Our New Grad Program

At Netflix, our goal is to set you up for success. We’ve built a program that invests in your success by deeply integrating you into Netflix in your first year. You will have the chance to participate in dedicated New Grad sessions that encompass onboarding and technical training while enhancing your professional development and personal wellness. And we'll also help you build community with fellow New Grads and your more experienced peers and leaders.

Where and When to Apply

Don’t see any open New Grad roles on our site yet? Don’t worry, we typically start posting roles around mid-August to early September, and we will start accepting applications as soon as they go live. Once a role is open, you can apply directly on our job site.

The Interview Process

We want to learn more about your skills and the kind of work that excites you during your interview. Although your experience will be customized by role, here is a broad overview of what you can expect. New Grad interviews at Netflix typically include a take-home assessment followed by two rounds of interviews, with advancement based on the feedback at each stage. Interviewers will evaluate your technical (if applicable), role-specific, and behavioral skills. This will help us align you with your Dream Team at Netflix.

How to Prepare for Interviews

• Read up on our Culture Memo
  One special part of Netflix is our work culture. We encourage you to ask your interviewer(s) questions about our culture, so you can hear firsthand about what it’s like to work at Netflix. You may be asked about which aspects of the memo resonate most with you – or not – so be prepared. The memo is available in 13 languages.
• Prepare to talk about your projects on your resume
  We want to hear about your projects, internships, and any community/organizations you are involved in. If you took part in internships or group projects, don’t be afraid to shine using the S.T.A.R. Method.**
• Practice technical fundamentals (Software Engineering candidates)
  We’ll want to see how well you code in your favorite language. Practice basic algorithms you’re familiar with and make sure to brush up on common data structures. It’s a good idea to create a real interview environment to practice in. For example, practice mock interviews with your friends, mentors, or family members in a quiet area free of distractions, and time yourself.

Tips for a Successful Interview

• Ask clarifying questions
  Similar to working on real projects, we usually have questions before we start. We are here to help explain any ambiguities. Please use your Netflix interviewer as a resource and ask clarifying questions.
• Think out loud
  Share your thoughts with us! If we know what you’re thinking, we can be a better partner to you. We would like this interview to be a collaborative experience.
• Be Open to feedback
  If your interviewer gives you any feedback during the exercise, we recommend you reflect on it. You don’t need to agree with everything we say, but articulate your reasons. Your analysis may just impress us!
• If you're stuck, step back, and don't give up
  If you find things becoming difficult and you're stuck in a corner, consider re-evaluating your approach. Remember to think out loud and share your thoughts, and we might nudge you onto the right path. We want to work with someone with grit, determination, and a growth mindset whose resourcefulness will win the day.

*The STAR method is a common framework that is used to explain a candidate’s past experiences. STAR stands for “Situation, Task, Action, and Result.” When thinking through a past experience, start by explaining the situation, then move on to the task that you were assigned. Continue by explaining the actions that you took, and then wrap up by sharing the results. To help us learn more about your past work and impact, we recommend having four to five examples handy that you can share which use the STAR framework.