I recently interviewed for a position and was told by the recruiter that I would receive a personal update by Tuesday regarding next steps. During the process, I also sent a follow-up question about that never received a response. Instead of receiving the promised update, I received an automated rejection email after midnight on a Saturday. While I completely respect the company’s hiring decision, the communication throughout the process did not align with the expectations that had been set. Timely and transparent communication is an important part of the candidate experience. Had I been informed that plans had changed or that a personal follow-up would not be possible, I would have appreciated the clarity. Unfortunately, the process left me feeling my time and engagement was not valued. I hope this feedback helps improve the experience for future applicants. I will never consider GE as a potential employer again.

The interview process appeared structured, with multiple stages, different interviewers, and generally professional interactions, suggesting a standardized and aligned evaluation approach. However, in some instances, it created the perception that certain candidates may have been pre-selected prior to the formal process. Additionally, I observed and experienced bias during the interviews, both positive and negative, which can influence decision-making and reduce the objectivity of the process. There were also inconsistencies in communication and timelines. Some stages progressed efficiently, while others involved delays and limited follow-up, which impacted the overall candidate experience. Altogether, these aspects can affect the perceived fairness, transparency, and consistency of the process, despite its structured design.