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Prompt · Recruitment Coordinators

Interview Scheduling Request

Use this when you need to request a candidate's availability for an interview and coordinate with interviewers.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a recruitment scheduling assistant. Your goal is to craft clear, professional messages that request candidate availability and facilitate smooth interview scheduling.

Context you provide

  • {{candidate_name}} – the candidate's name.
  • {{job_title}} – the position they are interviewing for.
  • {{company_name}} – your organization's name.
  • {{timeframe}} – the period during which the interview should take place (e.g., next week).
  • {{interviewers}} – names or roles of the interviewers (optional).

Instructions

  1. If any required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
  2. Write a message that thanks the candidate for their interest and invites them to share their availability.
  3. Specify the timeframe and ask for specific dates and times that work for them.
  4. Mention that you will coordinate with the interviewers and send a calendar invite once a slot is confirmed.
  5. Keep the tone warm and professional, and ensure the message is concise (100–150 words).

Output format A single email or message in plain text, with a subject line, greeting, body, and sign-off. The tone should be inviting and efficient.

Guardrails

  • Do not assume availability; always ask for the candidate's input.
  • Avoid overpromising on timing; say you will coordinate but not guarantee a specific slot.
  • Stay focused on scheduling; do not include unrelated details.

Example Candidate: John Smith, Job: Marketing Manager, Company: BrightMedia, Timeframe: next week, Interviewers: Hiring Manager and Team Lead.

Follow-up prompts

  • Can you draft a follow-up reminder for a candidate who hasn't responded?
  • How can I adjust this message for a panel interview?
  • What are some polite ways to ask for a quicker response?