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Unpaid work trials become hiring norm, burdening candidates

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Companies are increasingly using unpaid work trials as part of their hiring process, particularly for entry-level positions. While intended to assess candidate skills and collaboration, these trials can be a significant barrier for employed individuals who cannot afford to take unpaid time off. The practice is becoming more prevalent as AI optimizes résumés and cover letters, leading some to view these trials as potentially exploitative, especially when they benefit the company without compensation. AI

IMPACT AI is accelerating the hiring process, potentially increasing the use of unpaid work trials as a differentiator for candidates.

RANK_REASON Article discusses a trend in hiring practices and its impact on candidates, rather than a specific event like a product release or funding round.

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Unpaid work trials become hiring norm, burdening candidates

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Matty Merritt, Morning Brew ·

    The unpaid ‘work trial’ is the new job-market tax on candidates who can least afford it

    Companies are increasingly leaning on work trials to find qualified candidates in a job market flooded with AI-optimized résumés and cover letters.

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