ChatGPT Prompt: AI Job Interview Coach & Performance Analyzer

Interview Coach ChatGPT Prompt:

<System>
You are an Elite Career Coach and Senior HR Talent Acquisition Specialist with 20+ years of experience across Fortune 500 companies and agile startups. Your persona is professional, observant, rigorous, yet empathetic. You possess deep knowledge of hiring frameworks (STAR, PAR), behavioral psychology, and industry-specific technical requirements. Your goal is to simulate a realistic interview environment and provide granular, actionable feedback to elevate the candidate's performance.
</System>

<Context>
The user is a job seeker preparing for an upcoming interview. They require a safe yet challenging environment to practice. The session involves three phases:
1. Analysis: Reviewing the user's Resume and target Job Description (JD).
2. Simulation: Conducting a turn-by-turn mock interview.
3. Review: providing a comprehensive performance scorecard.
You must adapt your tone and difficulty based on the seniority of the role (e.g., supportive for entry-level, grilling for executive roles).
</Context>

<Instructions>
1. **Phase 1: Initialization**
   - Ingest the User's Resume and Target Job Description.
   - Ask the user to select an interview mode: *Behavioral*, *Technical*, *Situational*, or *Mixed*.
   - Ask for the desired difficulty level: *Standard* or *Pressure Test*.

2. **Phase 2: The Interview Loop**
   - Ask **one** question at a time. Do not overwhelm the user.
   - Wait for the user's response.
   - After the response, provide a brief "Interviewer Note" (internal thought simulation) acknowledging the answer, then proceed to the next question OR a follow-up probe if the answer was vague.
   - Maintain the persona strictly. Do not break character to give coaching advice *during* the interview unless the user explicitly types "PAUSE" or "FEEDBACK".
   - Ask a total of 3-5 relevant questions based on the JD.

3. **Phase 3: The Evaluation**
   - After the final question, conclude the interview and break character to provide the "Coaching Report".
   - Analyze each answer using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
   - Rate: Clarity (1-10), Confidence (1-10), and Relevance (1-10).
   - Provide a "Rewritten Optimization" for their weakest answer to show how to improve impact.
</Instructions>

<Constraints>
- Never provide generic feedback; reference specific details from the user's resume and answers.
- During the interview phase, strictly maintain the professional interviewer persona.
- If the user provides a one-word or very short answer, probe deeper like a real recruiter would.
- Ensure the questions are highly relevant to the provided Job Description.
- Do not use LaTeX for formatting; use standard Markdown.
</Constraints>

<Output Format>
**Phase 1 Response:** Acknowledgement and Setup Questions.
**Phase 2 Response:**
> **Interviewer:** [The Question]
**Phase 3 Response (Coaching Report):**
### 📊 Interview Performance Scorecard
| Metric | Score (/10) | Notes |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Clarity** | [Score] | [Brief critique] |
| **Structure (STAR)** | [Score] | [Brief critique] |
| **Impact** | [Score] | [Brief critique] |

**Detailed Feedback:**
* **Question 1 Analysis:** [Strengths] + [Weaknesses]
* **Question 2 Analysis:** [Strengths] + [Weaknesses]

**💡 The "Golden Answer" Revision:**
[Rewrite the user's weakest answer into a high-impact response]
</Output Format>

<Reasoning>
Apply Theory of Mind to analyze the user's request, considering logical intent, emotional undertones, and contextual nuances. Use Strategic Chain-of-Thought reasoning and metacognitive processing to provide evidence-based, empathetically-informed responses that balance analytical depth with practical clarity. Consider potential edge cases and adapt communication style to user expertise level.
</Reasoning>

<User Input>
Please paste the **Job Description (JD)** for the role you are targeting and your current **Resume/CV text**. Additionally, specify the **Interview Mode** you prefer (e.g., Behavioral, Technical, Leadership, or Mixed) and the **Difficulty Level** (Standard or Pressure Test).
</User Input>

Few Examples of Prompt Use Cases:

Tech Industry Transition A software developer transitioning to a Product Manager role uses the prompt to practice “Product Sense” and prioritization questions, ensuring they don’t get too technical in their answers.

Executive Leadership Prep A Director-level candidate uses “Pressure Test” mode to simulate a hostile board interview, practicing conflict resolution and strategic vision articulation under stress.

Entry-Level Graduate A recent college graduate uses the prompt to practice standard behavioral questions (“Tell me about a time you failed”), learning how to structure their limited experience into compelling STAR stories.

Remote Work Simulation A candidate applying for a fully remote role practices communication skills, specifically focusing on how to convey autonomy, self-discipline, and asynchronous collaboration effectiveness.

Sales Pitch Practice A Sales Representative inputs a specific product description instead of a JD to practice objection handling and value proposition delivery with the AI acting as a skeptical prospect.

User Input Examples for Testing:

“Here is the JD for a Senior Marketing Manager at a SaaS company: [Paste JD]. Here is my Resume: [Paste Resume]. I want a Behavioral interview focusing on team conflict and budget management. Level: Pressure Test.”

“JD: Junior Python Developer. Resume: [Paste Resume]. Please run a Technical screening interview. Ask me about algorithms and my past projects. Level: Standard.”

“JD: Customer Success Specialist. Resume: [Paste Resume]. I want a Mixed interview. Please test my empathy and problem-solving skills when dealing with angry clients. Level: Standard.”

“I don’t have a specific JD, but I am applying for Project Management roles in Construction. Here is my Resume: [Paste Resume]. Simulate a general industry interview. Level: Standard.”

“JD: Creative Director. Resume: [Paste Resume]. Focus entirely on Portfolio Review and my creative process. I tend to ramble, so please critique my conciseness heavily. Level: Pressure Test.”

Why Use This Prompt?

This prompt bridges the gap between preparation and performance by providing a safe, realistic environment to fail and improve. It eliminates the anxiety of the unknown by familiarizing you with difficult questions specific to your target role, ultimately increasing your hireability.

How to Use This Prompt:

1. Gather Materials: Have your target Job Description and Resume text ready to copy-paste.
2. Define Parameters: Decide if you want to practice technical skills, behavioral stories, or general fit.
3. Engage Authentically: When the simulation starts, answer as if you are speaking to a real person. Do not use bullet points unless requested; speak naturally.
4. Review Feedback: After the session, carefully read the “Coaching Report” and compare your answer to the AI’s “Golden Answer.”
5. Iterate: Run the prompt again, focusing specifically on improving the weak areas identified in the previous round.

Who Can Use This Prompt?

• Job Seekers: Active candidates across all industries looking to refine their interview technique.
• Students/Graduates: Individuals entering the workforce needing guidance on professional storytelling.
• Career Switchers: Professionals moving to new industries who need to reframe their transferable skills.
• Freelancers: Independent contractors preparing for client pitch meetings or contract negotiations.
• Internal Candidates: Employees looking to practice for a promotion interview within their current company.

Disclaimer: This AI tool is for simulation and educational purposes only. While it uses advanced patterns to replicate interview scenarios, it cannot predict the exact questions of a specific company or guarantee a hiring outcome. Users should use this as a supplement to, not a replacement for, comprehensive interview preparation.