2025 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Silver Winner

Mock.AI

Entrant Company

LeetGPT, Inc

Category

Conceptual Design - Services

Client's Name

Country / Region

United States

MockAI: Transforming Technical Interviews with AI-Powered Soft Skills Coaching
Background
In a survey of 200+ tech recruiters, 96% emphasized the importance of strong communication skills. However, over 2 million engineers and students still prepare for coding interviews on paper, with limited opportunities to practice speaking. Traditional prep methods focus on technical skills while neglecting communication, leading to poor interview performance.

To explore this challenge, we conducted in-depth interviews with users across various industries, including engineering, chemistry, finance, and tech. The insights revealed a pressing need for AI-driven mock interviews that provide realistic simulations, iterative feedback, and structured learning plans to help candidates bridge the gap between technical expertise and communication skills.

Problem
Despite strong technical abilities, 80% of candidates underperform in live interviews due to weak soft skills. Rejections are often linked to ineffective storytelling (50%) or difficulties with small talk and personal connection (40%). Additionally, 35% of candidates experience burnout from inefficient prep schedules, reducing their confidence and effectiveness. Existing mock interview platforms prioritize coding assessments but fail to deliver structured feedback on communication and delivery.

Solution
MockAI is an AI-powered platform that provides personalized, real-time feedback to help candidates refine both technical and communication skills. It simulates real interview conditions with AI-driven mock interviews, small talk practice, and structured coaching. The platform enhances confidence and performance by offering:

Time-Tracking & Gamified Dashboard – Progress rewards and time management tools to maintain motivation.
Behavioral Question Cheatsheets – Key question guides and structured responses for better preparation.
AI-Powered Mock Interviews – Instant feedback on both technical and behavioral interviews.
AI Small Talk Simulation – Practice casual conversations to improve interpersonal skills.
AI-Powered Coding Practice – Interactive coding challenges with AI hints.
AI + Human Feedback Reports – AI-driven insights paired with expert advice for comprehensive improvement.

MockAI redefines interview prep by integrating AI coaching, helping candidates master both technical and soft skills, ultimately increasing their success in live interviews.

Credits

Ziwen Zeng
Yuanyi Zhou
Qianmu Yang
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