TL;DR - Any huge differences in culture or anything really (bayond pay) between FB/G Europe and their offices in the US? I’m a CS student from Europe (outside European Union) and I will be interviewing for FB and G for summer internships 2020. I know that Google has host matching and you really can’t pick where you want to work, but you can choose the continent, lol. I like Europe because it’s close to where I am currently, but also US is attractive because of possible bigger career opportunities. What would you pick?
Which part of the Europe?
I am aiming for the UK, Ireland, and the third option is Germany.
Why not Zurich?
There is a HUUGE difference in TC between US and EU for these companies. Probably doesn't matter for internship.
Right, for now internship is fine wherever. But later I would like to transition into a full time role, and I feel it would be easier to get to US for example if I’ve done the internship in the US. Makes sense?
Hm. I think once they wanna hire you, you can pick the office, so in this sense, I don't think it matters. What I would ask them is whether there's a difference per location regarding the process and requirements of transitioning from intern to FTE.
Do you really have a change to interview at G/FB US, or are you just thinking of applying?
I already have an interview scheduled for FB Europe. For Google, I am in touch with a recruiter so on Oct 1 when they start accepting online applications the recruiter will forward my resume to the appropriate person (also Europe). So I will have interviews, but probably not now for US.
So you don’t have anything related to US
Go for Zürich, less tax deduction compared to Germany.
Yeah, I would love to. I will try. Thanks
Google has no/very low swe headcount in Europe now.
Same thing for swe interns?
Not sure about this.
Go for Canada
I haven’t considered Canada, thanks for reminding me. Usually I have only 3 applications to submit. Thus I need to think about it. What are the advantages to Canada-based opportunities over the US and Europe? I heard many people from Canada are moving to the US. And I really hate cold weather 😅
Go for the US. Europe is already somewhat accessible to you and in terms of immigration will probably be easier for you than the US. If things don’t work out in the US you will come back with an experience that not as many people in europe have vs europeans in different countries in europe.
This is very true. Thanks for your suggestions. I might try my luck in the US.
Go for the US while you have nothing holding you back in Europe. It’ll be harder to get an interview but it worth a try
True true. Thanks!
Moved from Europe (EU, developed part) to US. Don't regret.
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Keep in mind most Blinders are in the US, and haven’t been/lived in Europe. I think if you’re a CS student, the Bay Area/NYC are exciting places to be, and they have much better career opportunities.
Thanks for the comment and the insight. That renders my poll useless then.
Not really. If the majority of your respondents never visited Europe but still vote Europe, that would be quite a strong signal! 😅