I applied through college or university. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Okta (Los Angeles, CA) in Nov 2017
Interview
Went to an info session, and signed up for a 30 minute behavioral/technical interview. It was a first come first serve basis, so many people were unable to get interviews and the schedule was very packed.
The interviewer was a recent grad, and was really awkward. He would ask me a question but would cut me off after a few seconds to ask another question, leaving you with no time to answer. He then asked me a simple technical question and asked me how I would test the code. Then he asked me a multilayered question that required a strong understanding of OS fundamentals. I gave him a detailed answer but I missed out on one thing, and he said that he was disappointed I didn't understand that concept. He then followed it up by saying he discovered that the issue was becoming more prevalent in this industry, and that I should probably know it if I wanted to get into it.
Overall, I heard really good things about the company, but I was disappointed that the recruiter and the interviewers were awkward and disorganized, and I never ended up hearing back from them.
My interview experience for the internship at Okta was very positive. The interview process was well-structured, quick, and focused on relevant topics. The interviewers were friendly, professional, and made me feel comfortable throughout the discussion, which helped create a relaxed and engaging environment. They explained the role clearly, asked thoughtful questions, and were receptive to my responses. Overall, the experience reflected a positive company culture and a supportive team atmosphere. I appreciated the opportunity to speak with the team and left the interview with a strong impression of Okta as an excellent place to learn and grow professionally.
I applied through college or university. I interviewed at Okta in Feb 2026
Interview
Great Interview process, kept me in loop and gave me feedback! Quick response from recruiters and offered resources to help prepare. process took around a month from applying to extending offer.
Interview questions [3]
Question 1
Tell me about yourself, resume and asked question about a project
A quick phone call with a recruiter to discuss your experience, the role, and salary expectations. Be well-prepared with Okta’s product and knowledge, security concepts Be well-prepared with Okta’s product and knowledge, security concepts