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Practice Mock Interviews

Learn how to set up, customize, and start a mock interview session using the InStage platform.

A. Overview of the Mock Interview Simulation

The self‑serve mock interview module helps students and job seekers rehearse realistic, job‑specific interviews that respond in real time. It builds confidence, sharpens communication skills, and provides actionable feedback in a safe environment before meeting with real employers.

B. Steps to Create a Practice Mock Interview

Video Instruction

  • Watch the video walkthrough for a guided overview.

Screenshot-Based Instruction

  1. Log in to your InStage account.

  2. From the Home page, under Select a Self‑Serve Module, select Mock Interview.

  3. Alternatively, use the left‑hand sidebar to access the module directly.

Select Mock Interview

Ref Image: Home page Overview with left-hand navigation. The home page shows the Self-Serve Modules.

2. Enter Interview Context

  1. Job Title: Search or type any job title (e.g., Dental Assistant).

  2. Job Posting: Copy and paste a job description from a source such as Indeed or LinkedIn.

  3. Resume (Optional): Upload or select a resume. The AI avatar will reference it during the interview.

Part 3: Customize Interview Setup

1. Interview Stage:

  • Screening – Introductory questions (Screening or Balanced Mix).

  • Middle – In‑depth exploration (Standard, Technical, or Behavioural).

  • Final – Last‑round assessment (Balanced Mix, Technical, Behavioural, or Cultural Fit).

2. Interviewer: Choose from Nina, David, Myra, John, Ava, or Allie (ELL option for English Language Learners). Use the play icon to preview voices.


​3. Interviewer Attitude: Select Friendly, Neutral, or Tough.

Part 4: Start your practice interview

  1. Option 1: Start Web Call – Launch directly in your browser. Configure options such as video, avatar video, and recording.

  2. Option 2: Call Me Now – Receive the call on your mobile device. Enter your phone number, verify via SMS, and begin the simulation.

In both options, review the Confidentiality and Data Sharing notice, then click Agree and Continue.
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Example view of web call:

Example of web call with Avatar and video:

Part 5: Post-Call Feedback Report

  1. After each session, a feedback report is generated.

  2. Reports include: performance summary, strengths, areas for improvement, question‑by‑question assessment, transcript, and recordings (if enabled).

Part 6: Share report

  • Click Share to open the sharing options:

    • Toggle Sharing On/Off – Make the report viewable to admins/instructors.

    • Copy Share Link – Generate a link to share externally.

Part 7: View your sessions

  1. From the Home page, under Your Sessions, track recent assignments.

  2. The table displays session status, due dates, and progress indicators.

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