Acing AI interviews: Career expert on strategies for job seekers

Nov 10, 2025

2 min

Jill Panté


AI-conducted interviews are becoming a standard step in the hiring process, but many job seekers still aren’t sure how to handle them. University of Delaware career expert Jill Gugino Panté says candidates should treat these algorithm-driven interviews with the same seriousness as traditional ones and details how this can be done.


Panté, director of UD’s Lerner College Career Services Center, can discuss what today’s AI interview platforms really measure – from confidence and tone to eye contact and facial expressions –  and how job seekers can stand out. She can also explain what recruiters are looking for in the AI-generated summaries that often determine who moves to the next round.


Panté’s expert tips include:


• Check equipment to make sure everything is working and the software is updated; turn off all notifications to avoid distractions and set up the space with good lighting, a neutral background.


• Smile and maintain your energy, as some AI software will assess your tone and engagement.


• Prepare as you would for any other interview - review the job description, research the organization, use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when providing examples.


• Be sure to look at the camera and not the screen. It might feel awkward but that’s technically where the "eye contact" will be.


• Some platforms will allow you to review your recording before submitting. Use this opportunity to take notes about your body language, pacing and clarity.


To contact Panté directly and arrange an interview, visit her profile and click on the connect button. Interested journalists can also send an email to MediaRelations@udel.edu.



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Jill Panté

Director, Lerner College Career Services Center

Prof. Panté can comment on workplace issues such as hiring, professional etiquette, personal branding, interviewing, and job search.

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