About this opportunity
Technical interviews reward a particular skill: solving an unfamiliar problem out loud, under a clock. This workshop is a rehearsal for exactly that. Google Africa is running a free virtual session on Saturday 31 October 2026, from 12:00 to 14:00 GMT, which lands at 13:00 to 15:00 in Lagos, 14:00 to 16:00 in Johannesburg and 15:00 to 17:00 in Nairobi.
The programme has three parts. Experienced Google engineers explain how interviewers think and what they actually assess. The session reviews the data structures and algorithms that come up most often in Google interviews. Then it works through problem solving techniques for complex coding questions under time pressure, including how to break a problem down, reason through options and communicate your thinking clearly rather than just producing code that happens to work.
It is aimed at people who will be applying soon. If you are studying computer science or engineering at Bachelor's, Master's or PhD level, or you graduated recently and are preparing for recruitment at technology companies, the session is designed for you. You must be 18 or older. Because the workshop is online, joining instructions arrive with your registration confirmation.
Registration closes as the session begins, so if you are interested, reserve your place early. This is a training session rather than a hiring pipeline, and no fee applies.
What you receive
- Free two hour online workshop hosted by Google engineers
- Expert led strategies from interviewers and engineers who have been through the process
- Revision of the data structures and algorithms commonly tested in Google interviews
- Problem solving techniques for complex coding questions under time pressure
- Practical guidance on communicating your reasoning during an interview
Who can apply
- Open to university students and recent graduates across Africa
- Bachelor's, Master's or PhD students in Computer Science or Engineering
- Recent graduates from relevant fields preparing to apply for technical positions
- Individuals aged 18 and above who want to strengthen algorithmic problem solving skills
Who should not apply
- Applicants under 18 cannot register
- This is an interview preparation workshop, not a job offer or recruitment process
Documents to prepare
- No documents are required, only event registration details
How to apply
- Open the Google Africa event page for the Virtual Algorithms Workshop
- Select Register and complete the sign up form
- Wait for the registration confirmation email, which carries the joining instructions and any technical requirements
- Join the online session on Saturday 31 October 2026 at 12:00 GMT
Selection process
- The workshop is open rather than competitive, so registrants receive a place subject to capacity
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Questions applicants ask
How much does the workshop cost?
Nothing. Registration is free.
What time does it start in my country?
The session runs 12:00 to 14:00 GMT, which is 13:00 to 15:00 West Africa Time, 14:00 to 16:00 South Africa Standard Time and 15:00 to 17:00 East Africa Time.
Do I need to be a Google candidate to attend?
No. Students and recent graduates preparing for technical interviews at any company are welcome.
How do I join on the day?
Joining instructions are sent with your registration confirmation, so check that email before the session.
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