Mistral AI Forward Deployed Engineer Intern Interview: Anyone Been Through the Process?

[u/Local-Fall7022]

Hey everyone!

I recently got invited to interview for a Forward Deployed Engineer Intern position at Mistral AI in Paris.

The interview process includes:

• Initial screening with a senior Applied AI team member
• Python Code Review (30-45 min)
• Vibe Coding (60 min)
• System Design (45 min)
• Technical Manager Interview (45 min)
• Culture Fit (30 min)

I was wondering if anyone here has gone through this process, either for the FDE internship or a similar Applied AI role at Mistral.

I'd especially love to know:

• What was the initial screening like? Was it mostly behavioral, or were there technical questions too?
• What kind of code did you have to review in the Python round?
• What exactly does the Vibe Coding round involve? Are AI coding assistants allowed?
• What kind of problems came up during System Design?
• How difficult were the technical rounds, and what would you recommend focusing on?

I'd really appreciate any insights or preparation tips from people who've been through it.

Thanks in advance!