Gen Z Won’t Wait: How to Modernize Your Interviews with Ivy

The Next Generation of Talent Is Already Here

Here’s the reality: Generation Z isn’t just entering the workforce they’re redefining it.

Born between 1997 and 2012, Gen Z grew up in an always-on, digital-first world. Smartphones are second nature. Social media isn’t a trend; it’s how they communicate. They expect seamless, intuitive experiences in every aspect of life—including how they apply and interview for jobs.

If your interview process still involves clunky forms, endless scheduling emails, or delayed feedback, Gen Z has already moved on.

That’s where Ivy, Talview’s AI Interviewer, comes in. It’s built to speak their language—literally. Ivy helps you engage, assess, and hire Gen Z talent with the speed, flexibility, and digital intelligence they expect.

Who Is Gen Z?

Gen Z is the first true digital-native generation. They’ve never known a world without high-speed internet, Google, or mobile apps.

By 2025, Gen Z will make up nearly 27% of the global workforce (Deloitte). In the U.S., that number could be even higher, with Gen Z already surpassing Millennials as the largest generation globally (Pew Research Center).

What Gen Z Expects from Employers:

• Tech-first everything: If it’s not mobile-friendly, they bounce.
• Authenticity over polish: They want to work for brands that are real, inclusive, and transparent.
• Fast and frictionless: Waiting weeks for a callback? No thanks.
• Comfortable with AI: They trust bots more than bureaucratic systems.
• Async by default: They’d rather respond on their time, not schedule a Zoom call.

In short, Gen Z wants freedom, flexibility, and fairness—and they expect your hiring process to reflect those values.

Where Traditional Interviews Fall Short

Let’s paint a picture: A Gen Z candidate applies for a role. They fill out a static form, wait two weeks, and then finally get scheduled for a live interview during their working hours or school commitments. The process feels cold, scripted, and inconvenient.

That candidate? Already interviewing elsewhere.

Here’s why the old ways no longer work:

Rigid Scheduling

Gen Z candidates are balancing studies, internships, freelance gigs, or side hustles. Forcing them into live interviews at fixed times introduces unnecessary friction.

Boring, One-Size-Fits-All Questions

Generic questions and impersonal processes don't resonate. Gen Z expects personalization and real engagement.

Delayed Feedback

This generation expects instant feedback - waiting days or weeks can feel like rejection.

Missed Potential

Traditional processes often fail to uncover soft skills or communication strengths that Gen Z may express in less conventional formats.

Enter Ivy: Your Gen Z Hiring Sidekick

Ivy AI Interviewer Talview’s conversational AI interviewer, is purpose-built to meet Gen Z where they are: online, on-demand, and on their terms.

It’s not just an upgrade - it’s a reimagined interview experience.

Interview Anytime, Anywhere

With Ivy, candidates can take interviews 24/7, on mobile or desktop, from anywhere. Whether it’s midnight or between shifts, Ivy is ready—no scheduling needed.

Feels Like a Chat, Not a Quiz

Ivy interacts in a conversational format. Candidates choose to respond via text, video, or voice, creating an experience that’s natural and low-pressure.

Smart Follow-ups, Real Insights

Ivy personalizes follow-up questions based on candidate responses, just like a human interviewer would - but with the consistency and scale of AI.

Cut Time-to-Hire in Half

Recruiters can screen thousands of candidates in parallel, reducing manual load and accelerating time-to-hire significantly.

Designed for Mobile-First Gen Z

Over 95% of Gen Z owns a smartphone (BankMyCell, 2023). Ivy delivers a seamless mobile-first experience, ensuring candidates stay engaged throughout.

Why Ivy Works for Gen Z (and You)

Tips to Win Gen Z with Ivy

Keep It Short

Break interviews into manageable, scenario-based chunks. Don’t overload with questions—focus on what matters.

Show Who You Are

Use Ivy’s welcome screen or question intros to add video messages from your team. Let candidates meet your culture before they meet your team.

Close the Loop Fast

Even automated “Thanks, we received your interview!” messages matter. They reduce drop-off and build trust.

Let Them Choose

With Ivy, candidates pick how they want to respond - voice, video, or text. That autonomy makes the experience more inclusive and comfortable.

Why This Matters for Your Business

Modern hiring isn’t about bells and whistles - it’s about meeting talent where they are.

With Ivy, you don’t just update your interview process - you reinvent it to:

• Attract top Gen Z talent
• Improve diversity with unbiased, structured evaluations
• Reduce recruiter workload
• Build a tech-forward employer brand that stands out

Final Takeaway: Gen Z Won’t Wait

The future workforce doesn’t want to jump through hoops to get hired. They want authenticity, speed, and a modern experience they can trust.

Ivy, Talview’s AI Interviewer, helps you deliver just that. With Ivy, you move beyond legacy hiring into a new era of digital-first, candidate-centric recruitment.

So the question isn’t whether you should adapt your interview process for Gen Z—it’s how soon you can start.

Ready to Meet Gen Z on Their Terms?

Book a demo of Ivy today and see how you can start hiring Gen Z talent faster, smarter, and more fairly.