During the isolation of the pandemic, many human resource management processes moved online. And even as life goes back to being more in person, many of these processes are here to stay. One is virtual, or pre-recorded job interviews, which are increasingly guided by artificial intelligence (AI). These interviews typically shorten the hiring process, making it cheaper for companies to find the right candidates.
Are You Prepared to Be Interviewed by an AI?
Research-backed advice to help you face an algorithm.
February 07, 2023
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Summary.
Human resources departments are increasingly turning to automated video interviews, and some even rely on AI to make decisions about who moves on to the next round. As a job seeker, how can you prepare for these interviews — particularly when your interviewer is just a screen? Evidence-based suggestions include understanding which type of automated video interview you’ll be encountering; going in with the knowledge that the technology is far from perfect or unbiased; and practicing being as human as possible — even when it feels awkward.