Structured Interview
Definition
An interview method where every candidate is asked the same predetermined questions and scored against a consistent rubric.
Structured interviews are the gold standard for predicting job performance. Research consistently shows they are 2x more predictive than unstructured conversations, because they reduce interviewer bias and ensure fair comparison.
Key elements include: standardized questions tied to job competencies, a scoring rubric (1-5 scale for each answer), trained interviewers, and consistent evaluation criteria across all candidates.
AI interview tools can now automate scoring, generate question sets from job descriptions, and provide real-time coaching to interviewers. They make structured interviewing scalable even for high-volume hiring.
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