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An informal conversation
This is not another interview to prepare for and given that the format is different and more relaxed. You can expect a 30-minute conversation that takes place virtually during your final interview stage. This is your designated time to ask questions about the company, and the call can be taken as a phone call or a Chime video call.
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We know interviewing can be time-consuming and it can be tempting to pass on an optional conversation that has no bearings on the final hiring decision. However, when we are reviewing past anecdotal feedback, Candid Chats have helped people make the decision to join Amazon easier. “The best part of my interview process was getting a window of time for a Candid Chat. The Amazon employee really added something unique to the interview. It gave me an opportunity to learn more about what a career with Amazon could look like, and it really convinced me that if I were offered the role, I would accept,” was one piece of anecdotal feedback we received recently.
A Candid Chat is a great opportunity for you to learn more about Amazon, get a firsthand account of the employee experience and find out if this is a good match for you and your career aspirations. During the conversation, you may ask questions about Amazon culture, career growth, or work-life balance and your chatter will answer from their experience. Any questions specific to compensation, locations, or human resources related questions should be asked to your recruiter.
This Amazon employee you’re speaking with has no affiliation with the hiring team or recruiting process. Typically, you are matched with someone based on your interest selections. If you request a specific affinity group, our recruiting team will find a program participant (either a member or ally) from that group to speak with you. Our members come from various backgrounds and experiences, so you may find yourself chatting with someone from a different career path. If you don’t identify with any specific group, we provide you the option to meet with someone from one of our 13 affinity groups. Note, the conversation is not limited to their specific group but can be about anything in relation to culture and personal work experience.