1) Initial screening: Many companies start the interview process with a phone or video screening to get an initial impression of the candidate's background and skills. This may involve a recruiter or hiring manager asking basic questions about the candidate's experience, qualifications, and interest in the position. 2) First interview: If the initial screening is successful, the candidate will typically be invited to a first interview. This may be a one-on-one interview with a hiring manager or a panel interview with several people from the company. The purpose of the first interview is to dig deeper into the candidate's background and experience, and to assess their fit with the company culture. 3) Skills assessment: Depending on the job role, the company may require candidates to take a skills assessment or technical test to evaluate their abilities in areas relevant to the job. 4) Second interview: If the candidate is successful in the first interview and skills assessment, they will typically be invited to a second interview. This may involve meeting with a different set of interviewers, or may be a more in-depth discussion of the candidate's qualifications and fit with the company. 5) Reference checks: Before making a job offer, many companies will check the candidate's references to verify their work experience and qualifications. 6) Job offer: If the candidate is successful in all of the previous steps, the company will typically make a job offer, which will include details about salary, benefits, and other employment terms.