After submitting my application, I was asked to complete a “preliminary hiring survey.” However, the survey wasn’t included in the initial email, and when it was later sent, there was no acknowledgment or apology for the mistake. The form itself contained several typos and grammatical errors. The questions felt more like college essay prompts, requiring detailed responses that essentially covered what would typically be asked during an interview.
After submitting my answers, I was invited to an interview the following week. Much of the interview focused on reviewing my responses to their survey. At the end, I had to ask about the next steps in their hiring process, as they didn’t provide that information proactively. They told me a decision would be made by the “end of the week.”
After waiting an appropriate amount of time with no follow-up, I reached out via email for an update. Unfortunately, I received no response. Eventually, I followed up through Indeed and only received a reply after prodding a second time.
This experience left me with concerns about their communication and professionalism in the hiring process. While I completely respect their decision to hire the candidate they feel is the best fit, the lack of basic courtesy in responding to applicants reflects poorly on their management. If communication is this inconsistent during hiring, I can’t help but wonder what it’s like for employees.
