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Talent assessments that AI can't fake

Most pre-employment assessments give you a score andnothing else. Truffle's three assessments have no universal right answers, so candidates can't game them with AI. You see how people actually think, work, and align with your role.
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TALENT ASSESSMENT SOFTWARE LOVED BY HUNDREDS OF GREAT COMPANIES

Anyone with a browser tab can pass your assessment now

Anyone with ChatGPT can pass a traditional hiring assessment in minutes. Knowledge tests, written exercises, take-home projects. They all assumed the person completing them was actually doing the work. That assumption is broken.

The old model tested knowledge. AI has knowledge. Traditional pre-employment assessments ask questions with correct answers. Technical quizzes, cognitive tests, situational prompts with a "best" response. All trivially easy to look up, paste into a chat window, and submit a perfect score. You're not measuring the candidate anymore. You're measuring their choice of AI tool.

The better model tests alignment, not answers. When there are no right answers, just legitimate trade-offs between approaches, there's nothing to Google and nothing to paste. The only way to respond is honestly. That's what Truffle's assessments measure: how candidates actually think, how they approach real situations, and whether their preferences match the reality of your role.

Three assessments. No right answers. No way to game them.

Each captures a different signal. Use all three for the fullest picture, or start with whichever matters most for your role. All three combined take candidates under 12 minutes.
PERSONALITY (BIG FIVE) · ~5 MIN STANDARD | ~2 MIN EXPRESS

See work-style tendencies, based on validated Big Five research

Truffle's personality assessment uses IPIP, a scientifically validated, public-domain instrument measuring five core traits: Conscientiousness, Agreeableness, Emotional Stability, Extraversion, and Openness.

You tell Truffle what tendencies matter for the role. We show you where each candidate lands on the spectrum, with trade-offs for both directions. Neither end is inherently better. The right profile depends on the role.

WHAT YOU SEE
✓ Alignment summary: "3 of 4 prioritized traits aligned"
✓ Per-trait breakdown showing candidate position vs. your preference
✓ Interview prompts for any gaps so you know what to dig into

WHY IT WORKS
✓ Based on IPIP with published reliability data
✓ You set preferred direction per trait. Both ends have real strengths.
✓ No personality "types." Tendencies on a spectrum, not labels in a box.
PERSONALITY (BIG FIVE) · ~5 MIN STANDARD | ~2 MIN EXPRESS

See how candidates approach work, and whether it matches your team

Four scenario-based questions drawn from Truffle's library of real workplace situations. Candidates rank four response options from best to worst. You set your preferred approach. We show you where they align, and where they don't.

All four options in every scenario are genuinely defensible. An empathy-led approach is right for some teams. A policy-first approach is right for others. Without knowing what the employer prefers, candidates and their AI coaches can't game the right response.

WHAT YOU SEE
✓ Alignment summary: "3 of 4 scenarios aligned"
✓ Per-scenario breakdown: your preference vs. their #1 pick
✓ Distance labels: Aligned, Close, Different, Opposite
✓ Optional video follow-up on a starred scenario

WHY IT WORKS
✓ AI selects relevant scenarios from a growing library (20+ and expanding)
✓ Candidates rank approaches. You see how their instincts compare to yours.
✓ Scenarios span competing deadlines, policy exceptions, team dynamics, and more
ENVIRONMENT FIT · ~2 MIN | 5-8 QUESTIONS

Align expectations before day one, not after the first week

Candidates pick between two equally valid work preferences per question. You pick which one describes the reality of the job. We show you where preferences align and where they don't, so you can have honest conversations about what the role actually looks like before anyone accepts an offer.

This isn't about finding the "right" personality. It's about surfacing friction points that cause early turnover, before they happen.

WHAT YOU SEE
✓ Alignment count: "5 of 6 preferences align"
✓ Per-question breakdown: what the job requires vs. what thecandidate prefers
✓ Interview prompts for every gap, tailored to the specific mismatch

WHY IT WORKS
✓ Based on Realistic Job Preview research principles
✓ Both options equally valid. No answer to game.
✓ 15 categories covering pace, emotional labor, structure, independence, and more
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What most pre-employment testing gets wrong, and how Truffle fixes it

No right answers. No way to game.

Most pre-employment assessments have correct answers, which means AI can find them. Truffle's assessments measure alignment between the candidate's approach and your preferences. Without knowing what the employer selected, there's nothing to google and nothing to paste into ChatGPT.

Results that start conversations, not end them

Every result shows exactly where candidates align, where there are gaps, and what those gaps mean. Gaps come with specific interview prompts so you know exactly what to dig into. Assessment results are diagnostic. They inform your decisions, they don't make them.

Transparent reasoning at every level

Employers see what they're measuring before candidates take the assessment. Candidates know there are no trick questions. Results show exactly how scores were calculated. This transparency matters for trust, for compliance, and for teams that don't want an opaque scoring engine.

Under 12 minutes for all three

Personality: ~5 min (Standard) or ~2 min (Express). Situational Judgment: ~4 min. Environment Fit: ~2 min. No app downloads, no account creation, no device restrictions. High completion rates because the questions feel fair and the time investment is reasonable.
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Everything included in talent assessments

Personality (Big Five)
Validated IPIP instrument. 50 items (Standard) or 20items (Express). Spectrum-based results.
Situational Judgment
Scenario-based ranking. AI selects from a growinglibrary. Optional video follow-up.
Environment Fit
Binary preference alignment. 15 categories, 50+questions. Interview prompts for every gap.
AI-assisted setup
Paste your JD. AI suggests relevant assessments andconfigures questions for your role.
Transparent results
Alignment summaries, per-question breakdowns, andplain-language interpretation
Interview prompts
Ready-to-use behavioral questions for every gap,tailored to the specific mismatch.
Express mode
20-item personality option for high-volume roles wherespeed matters.
Mobile-friendly
Candidates complete from any device, any browser. Noapp required.
Team scorecards
Structured feedback with consensus view across allreviewers

Assessments are just the beginning

Start with the assessment that matters most for your role and add more signal when you're ready. Truffle's other screening methods plug intothe same workflow. One candidate, one profile, one shortlist.
One-way video interviews
Resume screening

One-way video interview software

Candidates record responses to your screening questions on their ownschedule. AI transcribes, summarizes, and scores every answer. See howpeople communicate and think, signal that assessments alone can'tcapture.
Drag-and-drop pipeline stages for quick deal updates and easier tracking
Custom stage logic to match your unique sales process
Real-time activity tracking so nothing slips through the cracks

Resume screening

Upload resumes individually or in bulk. Truffle parses qualifications andranks applicants against your requirements so your team starts with thestrongest matches before any assessment begins
Integrations

Integrates with your ATS and other tools

Connect Truffle to the applicant tracking system and workflow management tools your team already uses. Candidate data flows between platforms so you never duplicate work or lose information.
Zapier
Connect Truffle to 7,000+ apps through Zapier. No code required—just pick your tools and automate.
Ashby
Deeper candidate insights when you connect Ashby and Truffle.
Breezy
Improve your recruiting process by integrating Truffle with Breezy HR.
Indeed
Send Truffle interview links to people who apply to your Indeed job posts.
Recruitee
Bring talent assessments to Recruitee with Truffle's integration with Recruitee
Workable
Easily connect Workable with Truffle and begin video interviewing your candidates today.
JazzHR
Reduce time to hire when you integrate Truffle's candidate screening software with JazzHR
Teamtailor
Customize recruiting actions easily by integrating Truffle with Teamtailor.
Bullhorn
Send Truffle interview links to people who apply to your Indeed job posts.
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Native ATS integrations
Connect with Ashby, Breezy HR, Indeed, and other ATS to sync candidate data, scores, and screening decisions directly into your ATS.
Zapier for everything else
Route candidate data to 7,000+ apps — your HRIS, follow-up tools, or custom workflows. No code required.
No ATS? No problem
Share a unique link for each position via email, job boards, or your careers page. Truffle works standalone or alongside your existing stack.

FAQs about talent assessments

Don't see your question answered here? Our support team is here to help. Get in touch today.
What is candidate screening software?

Candidate screening software automates the early stages of hiring by evaluating applicants before live interviews. Instead of manually reviewing hundreds of resumes, screening tools use video interviews, skills assessments, resume parsing, AI-generated summaries, and structured scoring to surface your best matches faster. Modern applicant screening software typically includes one-way video interviews, AI-powered analysis, qualification questions, ATS integration, and shareable shortlists.

What screening methods does Truffle support?

Truffle supports four core screening methods: one-way video interviews, automated resume screening (in beta), structured talent assessments (Personality, Situational Judgment, and Environment Fit), and text-based qualification checks. You can use any single method on its own or combine them for each role. Most teams start with async interviews and add assessments or resume screening as they grow.

Can Truffle work with our ATS?

Yes. Truffle offers native integrations with Ashby, Breezy HR, and Indeed, with additional platforms available through Zapier's 7,000+ app library. Assessment results, match scores, and candidate data sync directly to your ATS candidate portal.

Can we use Truffle without an ATS?

Absolutely. Truffle works as a standalone screening platform. Share a unique link for each position via email, job boards, or your careers page and manage everything within Truffle's interface. Integration is optional, not required.

Is resume screening available now?

Resume screening is currently in beta and launching fully in the coming weeks. You can get early access today by starting a free trial. Video interviews and talent assessments are fully available now.

How is Truffle different from AI tools that auto-decide?

Most AI screening tools try to decide who moves forward. Truffle takes a different approach: AI analyzes responses against your criteria and surfaces match scores, summaries, and highlight reels — but every hiring decision stays with your team. You see the reasoning. You make the call. That's the difference between AI that replaces judgment and AI that supports it.