By Communication Consultant Julia Mancuso (Finance, ’24)

HireVue is an online interview platform service that companies use to interview candidates for internships or full-time employment opportunities. Since the pandemic, companies adopted a hybrid approach, and HireVue has served as the perfect platform to deliver these online interviews to candidates.

When logging onto the platform (used best with Chrome or Firefox), you are prompted to test your computer software to make sure it is on the most up-to-date support system. There will be time to practice before starting the real interview, whether that includes checking your microphone and video, or running through practice prompts that employers will not see. 

So, what are some tips and tricks to tackle a Hirevue interview? If I could offer any advice, it would be to prepare! Know the company, know recent mergers and acquisitions, know what countries the company primarily operates in, in addition to any current events happening in the United States market.

After learning about the company, what do you say during the interview? What do you wear? During the interview, you want to connect both your professional and personal background to best fit the job description. Read over the job description before the interview and jot down keywords on a post-it note to stick to your computer or simply make a mental note. HireVue uses artificial intelligence that plays a huge role in the success of your interview. Artificial intelligence (AI) monitors the candidate’s eye contact, communication style, and poise, which is then translated into a numerical score from the video.

You should dress as professionally as if the interview is in person. Wear a business suit, and make sure that you have a plain background behind you, so that the video is highlighting you! Some companies specifically say that interviewers will be individually watching each recorded interview to give candidates a fair chance without any AI bias.

Overall, the flexibility of HireVue allows you the opportunity to be in the comfort of your own home at a time that is convenient for you – giving the best possible chance for a great interview. Like any candidate, talking to a computer screen can be a little awkward, but with practice and preparation many are able to perform with great success!

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