How does the AI interview work?+
You choose a specialist, enter your email, and start a voice conversation directly in your browser — no downloads required. The specialist asks real interview questions, adapts to your answers, and pushes back when answers are vague. Within minutes of the call ending, a detailed PDF assessment report is sent to your email.
Who created these specialists?+
The Interview Lab was built by Jodi and Tomer Yanovich — a VP of Human Resources and career/interview coach, and a VP of Product, each with 20+ years in hi-tech and decades on the hiring side of the table. Each specialist's questions, scoring dimensions, and feedback frameworks reflect how real hiring decisions get made across each profession. This isn't generic AI — it's role-specific coaching grounded in real interviewing and hiring experience.
What's the difference between the free and paid session?+
The free session is a free preview — you get a taste of the interview and a short email report with one key strength and one hard truth. The full session ($25) is up to 40 minutes, covers the complete interview flow for your role, and delivers a detailed PDF report scored across 6 dimensions with a Hire / No-Hire verdict and specific coaching priorities.
What if there's no specialist for my exact role?+
Choose the specialist that feels closest to your function. At the start of the session, they'll ask what position you're interviewing for and adapt their questions accordingly. A Sales specialist works well for business development, account management, and revenue roles. A Product specialist works well for growth, strategy, and operations roles.
What languages are supported?+
Sessions are available in 10 languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Russian, and Portuguese. The specialists automatically detect your language from your first response and continue in that language for the rest of the session. If you switch languages mid-session, they'll follow.
Will the AI judge my accent or speaking style?+
No. The specialists evaluate content, clarity, and structure — not accent, background, or speaking style. The scoring is focused on what you say and how you structure your answers, not how you sound. The system is designed to minimize bias and assess how effectively you communicate your ideas.
What if I get nervous or don't perform well?+
That's exactly why this exists. Nerves in a practice environment are normal and expected — the report will flag what to work on and you can come back for another session. Repeated practice in a realistic setting is what builds confidence. A shorter, rougher session often produces the most useful feedback.
Is my data private?+
Yes. We collect only your email address (to send your report) and your session transcript (to generate the report). We don't collect your name, location, or any other personal information. Your transcript is processed to generate your report and not stored on our systems beyond that. Full details are in our
Privacy Policy.
Is this right for me if I'm early in my career?+
Absolutely. The specialists work with candidates at every level — from first-time interviewers to senior professionals making a move. If anything, the earlier you practice with honest, structured feedback, the faster you improve. The free session is a low-stakes way to find out exactly where you stand before your real interview.
How is this different from just practicing with ChatGPT?+
Four things ChatGPT can't replicate. First, it won't push back — by design it's agreeable, so when you give a vague or weak answer it moves on rather than holding the pressure. A real interviewer doesn't. Our specialists are built to probe, challenge, and stay uncomfortable when your answer isn't good enough. Second, it doesn't know your role. A generic AI asks generic questions. Marcus knows what a sales interview at a Series B startup looks for versus an enterprise company. Sofia knows what a PM interview actually tests at different seniority levels. That calibration comes from practitioners who've run those interviews for decades. Third, the output is different. ChatGPT gives you a conversational response that evaporates. We give you a scored report across 11 dimensions, a Hire or No-Hire verdict, a benchmark against other candidates, and three specific coaching exercises — something you can act on before your next interview. Fourth, it's voice. The anxiety of an interview is about being on the spot in real time, speaking, being heard, having someone respond to your actual words. Typing answers into a chat box doesn't simulate that at all.
Do I need to download anything?+
No. Everything runs directly in your browser. You'll need a working microphone and a modern browser (Chrome or Safari work best). No apps, no plugins, no accounts to create.