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The Netflix + Formation program is closed for 2025 and applications are not being accepted at this time. In the meantime, you can still get personalized interview prep and world-class mentorship through the Formation Fellowship.

What to expect

This program was built to give college students from a range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives graduating in December 2026 or Spring/Summer 2028 the technical prep, senior engineering mentorship, and career coaching they need to get ready for Netflix Intern SWE roles.

Time is a student’s most valuable asset. Formation program participants are able to move through their exercises at any time of day they'd like. The program is an intensive, hands-on experience requiring a minimum of 15 hours a week and participants can opt-in to the maximum 40 hours a week. The program is 100% remote and requires applicants to be fully dedicated to the program in order to be considered.

Who should apply?

College students from a range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives pursuing a BS/BA in technical field (Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Statistics) graduating in December 2026 or Spring/Summer 2027.

People passionate about problem solving, with internship or project experience.

People who can commit a minimum of 15 hours a week to dedicate to the program from May 5 - October 2025.

Timeline

• Feb 17, 2025: Applications Open
• Mar 7, 2025: Applications Close
• Mar 10, 2025: Student Interviews Begin
• Mar 31 - Apr 4, 2025: Decisions Released
• May 5 - Oct 1, 2025: Program Dates

Join

The program is designed for undergraduate students from a range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives graduating in December 2026 or Spring/Summer 2027 completing a BS/BA in Computer Science or CS-related degree (Engineering, Math, or Statistics).

Applicants must submit an application and complete a coding benchmark assessment. Applicants selected to move forward will interview with a Formation Recruiter in March 2025. Students selected for the program will be notified by April 4, 2025.

Fill out the application

Take a quick online coding assessment

Speak with a Formation Recruiter

Get a personalized prep plan to close your skill gaps

Built by senior engineers from FAANG companies, the program uses adaptive prep technology to pinpoint your skill gaps and build a plan to get you to the Netflix Intern SWE hiring bar (and in turn, prepare you for other top-tier tech company interviews).

Each student will also be matched with a Netflix Engineer for 1:1 Mentorship!

Data Structures and Algorithms

System Design

Web frameworks like React, Express, etc.

Building features in a production codebase

Get ready for Netflix internship engineering roles

Work alongside senior engineers who give detailed, actionable feedback during 1:1 and small group technical sessions. Get mock interviews with practicing engineers from top companies until you are consistently clearing the Netflix SWE Intern performance bar.

Technical Mock Interviews

APIs, Data Models, GraphQL, etc.

Analyzing Runtime and Space Complexity

Arrays, Linked Lists, Binary Trees, Heaps, etc.

React Hooks, CSS, Performance, etc.

Polish your application with industry recruiters

While you're sharpening your technical skills, you'll also work with career coaches and technical recruiters to refine your resume, craft your personal pitch, and fine-tune your behavioral interview skills.

Career Coaching

Behavioral Mock Interviews

Resume and LinkedIn Support

Networking Sessions

Interview at Netflix

Participants who are fully dedicated to the program and meet the high skill level bar will have the opportunity to interview for a Summer 2026 Intern role at Netflix in the fall (September 2025). While employment at Netflix is the primary goal, it is not guaranteed.

A week in the Fellowship

Your personalized roadmap adapts around you in real-time, surfacing the mentorship and practice you need most to get ready for Netflix SWE Intern Interviews.

Common Questions

Netflix × Formation Program FAQ

• How much does the program cost? Nothing! The program is a cost-free, immersive training program designed to increase opportunities for students in the engineering field.
• How does the remote program work? Mentor-led and peer sessions are live and take place based on your availability. 7-days/week and nearly 24 hours/day depending on your timezone. However, there are independent tasks to complete outside sessions and you must be able to commit a minimum of 15hrs and up to 40 hours per week during the program dates to participate.
• Can I work while in the program? You can work during the program, but we advise that students not have an internship or full-time job as the commitment level required by both could be overwhelming. We have had students in the past with these commitments and while challenging to manage, still possible.
• Do I need to be authorized to work in the US to join the program? All program participants must be authorized to work in the US. This includes US citizens, as well as Mexican and Canadian citizens who qualify for TN status.
• How many participants will be selected for the program? For this cohort, we will be accepting 40 participants.
• What is the duration of the program? May 5, 2025 to October 1, 2025 (participants will have the option to extend to December 20).