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EY interviews

United States · prerecorded and live video

Prerecorded or live

“They can be prerecorded video interviews, in which candidates record responses to questions sent in advance, or live video interviews that act as a dialogue with a member of the EY team.”

EY USInterview tips

EY US Careers · Undated, checked 11 November 2026

Two kinds of video interview

Work out which one you have been sent.

Example

“Read and follow any instructions precisely.”

EY USInterview tips

EY US Careers · Undated, checked 11 November 2026

Follow the instructions

Read the invitation before you record.

Example

“Our interviews are typically hosted via video and generally last between 30 to 45 minutes.”

EY USEY interview tips (PDF)

EY US Careers · Undated, checked 11 November 2026

Thirty to forty-five minutes

Plan for a full interview, not a quick call.

Example

Recording without rushing

“If you’re a student recording an interview response, do not wait until the deadline to complete your video — you don’t want to be rushed.”

EY USInterview tips

EY US Careers · Undated, checked 11 November 2026

Do not leave it to the deadline

Record early enough to fix a problem.

Example

“Do not worry if you sneeze, your dog barks in the background or an ambulance goes by — we’re not looking for perfection.”

EY USInterview tips

EY US Careers · Undated, checked 11 November 2026

Not looking for perfection

A small interruption will not count against you.

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