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AI in early careers — Roundtable Summary + Survey | Unseen Group × Cohesion
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AI as a competency and the Intent Deficit

Get the combined Roundtable Summary + Survey. Learn a simple way to assess GenAI skills while keeping the hiring journey fair, and learn how to separate real interest from AI polished applications.

Why this matters

Expect AI use, then assess judgement

Shift from detection to assessment. Focus on observable behaviours across tool choice, accuracy checks, data care, and honest reflection. Keep the process fair and coachable.

The intent deficit

Volume rises when AI speeds applications. Add short proof of effort tasks to surface genuine interest.

AI as a competency

Score prompting, evaluation, ethics and data care, and reflective practice with a simple rubric.

Human at the end

Be explicit about tool use across stages and keep people in the final decision to build trust.

What is inside

Roundtable Summary + Survey in one download

  • Survey insights on AI usage, expectations, and application behaviour
  • Signals that indicate genuine intent at apply and screen
  • GenAI Skills Framework with example tasks and scoring tips
  • Guidance on fairness, transparency, and inclusion
  • A 90 day rollout plan you can run this cycle
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Who it helps

Built for early careers teams and partners

Apply stage

Introduce a five to eight minute micro task that checks understanding and effort without heavy friction.

Interview

Probe how AI shaped the work. Score the judgement, not the tool. Reward clear disclosure.

Assessment centres

Score outputs and reflections separately so honesty and critical thinking are visible.

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