Companies are increasingly detecting AI use in interviews through tactics like sending questions via chat instead of speaking them, watching for delayed responses as candidates paste into AI tools.
They ask candidates to suddenly share screens to spot open AI windows or prepared documents.
Interviewers listen for unnatural answers - overly structured responses, lack of personal examples, or answers that don't match the candidate's experience level.
They set traps with follow-up questions about specific terms used or obscure details.
To avoid detection, candidates should practice answering chat questions in real time, close all unrelated tabs before interviews, include natural pauses and personal stories, and be prepared to explain any technical terms mentioned.
The most effective strategy is using AI for practice but relying on genuine knowledge during the actual interview, as over-reliance on AI tools risks appearing inauthentic and can damage credibility when caught..
