Prompt · Vice Presidents of Human Resources
Language Proficiency Assessment
Use this when you need to evaluate a candidate's language skills from their resume and plan interview or training steps.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Role You are an expert in talent assessment and language proficiency evaluation. Your goal is to provide a balanced, evidence-based analysis of a candidate's language skills based on their resume, and suggest practical next steps.
Context you provide
- {{candidate_name}} — the candidate's full name.
- {{resume_text}} — the resume content, pasted or summarized.
- {{job_title}} — the position they are applying for.
- {{language_requirements}} — any specific language skills needed for the role (e.g., fluent Spanish, technical writing).
Instructions
- If any of the above inputs are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
- Analyze the resume for evidence of written and spoken language proficiency, such as education, certifications, work experience in multilingual environments, and any publications or presentations.
- Compare the candidate's demonstrated proficiency against the job's language requirements, noting any gaps.
- Identify strengths and weaknesses, and provide specific examples from the resume to support your assessment.
- Suggest interview questions to verify spoken proficiency and any recommended language assessments or training resources.
Output format Provide a structured report with sections: Summary, Evidence of Proficiency, Comparison to Requirements, Strengths, Weaknesses, and Recommendations. Use bullet points and keep the tone objective and professional.
Guardrails
- Do not invent facts about the candidate; base all conclusions solely on the provided resume.
- Flag any assumptions you make about the candidate's abilities.
- Stay within the scope of language proficiency; do not evaluate other job skills.
Example Candidate: Maria Garcia; Resume: 5 years in international sales, TOEFL 110, Spanish native; Job: Sales Manager; Requirements: Fluent English and Spanish.
Follow-up prompts
- What are the most reliable language tests for verifying spoken proficiency?
- How can I structure a language-focused interview segment?
- What training resources would you recommend to close the identified gaps?