AI Begins Conducting Early-Stage Job Interviews
AI avatars are now conducting job interviews, reflecting a growing trend in recruitment. Companies are cautiously adopting the technology as application volumes increase.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is expanding its role in recruitment, progressing from resume screening to conducting early-stage job interviews. Bijo Thomas experienced this firsthand when applying for a senior AI solutions architect position, encountering a trained AI avatar named Sophie that was remarkably lifelike.
Thomas's experience highlights a broader trend where AI is moving beyond just sifting through resumes and into the interview stage. Companies such as cryptocurrency platform Coinbase and automation software firm Zapier have begun using AI to screen candidates during interviews. This marks a shift from earlier applications of AI, which were primarily focused on managing high volumes of job applications.
Initially, industries like retail and manufacturing adopted AI interviews to meet high hiring targets. However, the current trend indicates the technology is becoming more prevalent in screening candidates for full-time, white-collar positions. Despite this, many employers remain hesitant to publicly disclose their use of AI in recruitment, partly due to ongoing debates surrounding the technology.