Recruiters can schedule an interview between interviewers and candidates. There are two ways in which you can set up the Interviews. This article will take you through the methods to set up and start an interview.
Note: To understand the Interviews platform, you can try out a sample interview as an interviewer using this link. You can also share the sample interview link with candidates to familiarize them with the platform before an interview. For candidates, you can share this link with them https://hr.gs/sampleint.
Creating an Interview
Recruiters or interviewers can quickly set up an interview by clicking the "Create Interview" button on the Interviews tab. This action generates a link instantly. The most recent interview you've created will appear on the interviews dashboard, marked with a "New" status. You can access the interview by clicking the link in the "Link" column. This link can also be shared with candidates, inviting them to join the interview.
HackerRank does not send any notifications when you create an interview. The recruiter/interviewer is responsible for informing all participants about the scheduled time and providing them with the generated links. Once the link is shared, the candidates can join by entering their name and email and wait in the interview lobby until the interviewer admits them to the interview.
Joining the Interview as an Interviewer
Upon clicking on the interview link you will be taken to the interview platform.If you are not logged in with your HackerRank account you will be redirected to the login page of the Interview.
- Here you can log in with your HackeRank credentials to begin the interview.
- After logging in, the platform examines your compatibility before setting up the interview.
- If there is any issue, you will be informed about it on the setup screen. You can click on See Fix to troubleshoot the issue.
Candidate Experience
- When a candidate joins the interview they will also go through the interview setup process as shown above. This ensures that the candidate doesn’t face any technical issues durig the interview.
- Once the candidate joins the Interview they will be asked to wait in the Interview lobby screen.
- The Interviewer will be notified that the candidate is waiting in the lobby. They can click on Admit to allow the candidate to join the interview.