Using AI to Prep for Interviews: A Free, Powerful Toolkit for Job Seekers

AI has quickly become a game-changer in the job search process. With just a bit of clever prompt engineering, you can unlock advanced features from tools like ChatGPT or other large language models (LLMs)—for free.

One of the most effective uses? Using AI to prep for interviews. With the right approach, an LLM can become your personalized mock interview partner—helping you generate questions, analyze your responses, and refine your answers until they’re sharp, clear, and confident.

Looks futuristic yet already a reality

Step 1: Use AI to Generate Tailored Interview Questions

Start by asking the LLM to simulate a hiring manager for the specific role you're targeting. Use this prompt:

“Imagine you are the hiring manager for a UX Design role at Meta. You are interviewing a UX Designer for the role described below (paste job description). What questions would you ask?”

Want to prep for cross-functional conversations too? Ask the LLM to simulate other team members—like an engineering manager or product partner—and get their likely questions too.

Step 2: Speak Your Answers Out Loud and Transcribe Them

Writing your answers helps—but speaking them gives you a much better sense of clarity, pacing, and structure.

Use a speech-to-text plugin or feature (some LLMs now have this built-in), and prompt the AI like this:

“Imagine you just asked me to tell you about a time I had to make a decision with data. Please transcribe my response and evaluate it based on clarity, structure, and how well it answered the question.”

Stay in the same thread so it retains the context and gives better feedback.

Step 3: Ask for Feedback and Iterate

Once you’ve got your response, ask the AI for improvement tips. This is where it really shines.

Example prompt:

“Give me 3 ways to make this answer more compelling. Be honest—I tend to ramble and give too much background.”

You’ll often get feedback like:

• Add more specifics or metrics

• Tighten the beginning

• Use a clearer structure (STAR, etc.)

Think of it like product iteration: you’re going for “question-answer fit.” And the beauty? The AI won’t get tired of hearing your answers again and again.

Bonus: Add a Human Touch

Once you’ve practiced with AI, test your answers with a human. Platforms like tryexponent.com connect you with free peer partners. Or, if you want professional feedback tailored to your goals, book a coaching session with me.

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TL;DR: Using AI to Prep for Interviews = High ROI

You don’t need expensive tools to practice like a pro. With the right prompts and structure, using AI to prep for interviews is one of the most efficient, accessible ways to boost your confidence and performance.

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