Got a first round interview and at the end of it, they said I wasn't qualified because I didn't have enough years of experience. What I said in the interview was exactly on my resume and cover letter. Waste of time preparing for this interview just for them to say I wasn't experienced for the role. I did have a nice conversation throughout the interview, just annoyed they decided to interview me after they reviewed my credentials and still went ahead with the interview just for them to say at the end it was a no.

The interview process with Prison Fellowship was an interesting experience. I had a good conversation with the HR representative, who was friendly and professional throughout. The discussion flowed naturally, and I felt at ease while answering the questions. However, by the end of the interview, I had a gut feeling that I might not align with what they were looking for in a candidate. While I appreciated the transparency about the timeline—being told it would take about three weeks to finish interviewing others—it was a bit disheartening to later find out that the position was filled within just a week. I couldn’t help but feel that if they already had reservations about my fit for the role, it might have been more respectful to address it directly, rather than leaving me with an extended waiting period that wasn’t realistic. Ultimately, the experience highlighted the importance of clear communication during the hiring process, which can leave candidates feeling valued, even if the outcome isn’t in their favor.