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Interview Guide
Free interview guide template for structuring consistent, fair candidate interviews.
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This free interview guide covers Opening (5 min), Core Questions, Role-Specific Questions, Candidate Questions, Scoring with 9 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for small business owners and first-time managers handling an HR moment professionally without a dedicated HR department to lean on. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
Interview Guide: [Job Title]
Candidate: [Name] · Interviewer(s): [Name(s)] · Date: [Date]
Opening (5 min)
[Brief intro of yourself, the role, and the interview format.]
Core Questions
| Question | What we're assessing |
|---|---|
| [Question] | [Skill/trait] |
| [Question] | [Skill/trait] |
| [Question] | [Skill/trait] |
Role-Specific Questions
[Technical or scenario-based questions specific to this role.]
Candidate Questions
[Time reserved for the candidate to ask you questions — note what they ask, it's often revealing.]
Scoring
| Area | Rating (1-5) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| [Area] | ||
| [Area] |
Overall Recommendation
[ ] Strong yes [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] Strong no
*Using the same core questions across all candidates for a role — not improvising each time — is what actually makes interview scores comparable and defensible.*
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What's included
- Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
- 6 standard sections: Opening (5 min), Core Questions, Role-Specific Questions, Candidate Questions, Scoring, Overall Recommendation
- 9 clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
- Free to use — no account or signup required
- Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
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Who this template is for
Freelancers & solo founders
Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.
Small businesses
Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.
Anyone reviewing before signing
Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.
Growing teams
Formalizing hiring and performance processes as a company adds its first employees.
FAQ
Is this interview guide template really free?
Yes. Like every template in docstoc's library, this interview guide is free to use, with no account or signup needed to view, edit, or download it.
What does this interview guide cover?
This hr template includes Opening (5 min), Core Questions, Role-Specific Questions, Candidate Questions. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.
Is this legal advice?
No. This follows common HR practice, but requirements around notice, classification, and required disclosures shift by state and change over time. Get an employment attorney or HR professional to confirm compliance for your specific situation before relying on it.
Can I edit the wording?
Yes. All 9 placeholder fields and every clause are editable right on the page — change what doesn't fit, then download an updated PDF anytime.
Where can I find more free templates like this?
Browse more free hr and related document templates in the docstoc library at /document-templates/.
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