Virtual job interviews don't let people shine, says Burnham
Summary
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said that virtual job interviews do not show a person’s true personality and passion. He is concerned that using video calls and artificial intelligence in hiring might not be fair and may hurt candidates who express themselves more personally.Key Facts
- Andy Burnham criticized video interviews like Zoom and Teams for not allowing candidates to shine.
- Many employers in the UK use AI to filter job applications and favor online interviews.
- Young people report that applying for many jobs without responses feels harsh and robotic.
- About 89% of UK recruiters plan to increase AI use in hiring this year, according to LinkedIn data.
- Burnham worries that virtual interviews favor formulaic answers over genuine personality.
- The UK government plans to focus more on “social value” when giving contracts, including whether companies offer work experience to youth.
- Burnham wants to increase the number of 45-day work placements for 16- to 18-year-olds to gain real job experience.
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