Open Interview Jobs - What Are They and How to Get One

By ZipRecruiter Marketplace Research Team

An open interview is a group hiring event that allows a job seeker the opportunity to meet the employer and go through an interview on the spot. Employers often give job offers by the end of the event, which can help reduce wait times during a job search. Open interviews are competitive, but companies often use them when they have many positions to fill and want to hire multiple applicants at the same time, so it is possible to get hired at an open interview even if someone else is the best individual candidate. Most open interviews are common for for retail or seasonal positions rather than corporate roles.

The primary qualifications for succeeding in an open interview are being prepared and researching the company. Applicants usually complete job applications during the open interview process, so bring any necessary information and a few copies of your resume. Consider contacting the company ahead of time to ask if they need any specific information. Arrive early if you can, as applicants often need to line up to meet with an interviewer. The earlier you arrive, the earlier you can make an impression. Be sure to practice answering interview questions. You want to show that you have the skills to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the position, so you need to be well aware of what those are.