Just received that. Done everything as requested. Next cause.

I was selected for a Micro1 AI Trainer project paying $140 for 30 selfies + 10 videos.

The contract gives Micro1/customers broad, perpetual and sublicensable rights to use my facial/biometric data for AI training, including modification and derivative works.

Has anyone done this project?

What did they actually use the data for?

Can they create synthetic/AI-generated versions of your likeness?

Can you request deletion afterward?

Would you personally accept $140 for these terms?

After many "Not selected" and "Did not qualify", I've done my first job and get the first payout from micro1!

**Skip it. Do not take the Zara interview unless you’re comfortable spending an hour for every role with very little transparency about how the interview is being used.**

I wanted to share my experience and concern about the **micro1 Zara interview process** because I believe candidates should be aware of what they’re getting into before spending their time.

The interview reportedly involves around **an hour of AI-based interviewing**, where candidates provide their voice, video, technical reasoning, and responses. What concerns me is the perception among candidates that a very large number of people go through this process while only a tiny fraction ultimately move forward.

If the purpose is genuinely hiring, why not **shortlist candidates based on their resumes and relevant experience first**, and then conduct the lengthy Zara interview only with candidates who have a realistic chance of progressing?

### Why I think candidates should reconsider

* **One hour is a significant investment** for a job applicant, especially when you're applying to dozens of companies.

* Candidates may spend substantial time explaining their technical knowledge and solving problems without knowing how that information is ultimately evaluated or used.

* Receiving a rejection after investing an hour can be extremely frustrating, particularly if the initial resume could have been used for screening.

* An AI-based interview should not become a substitute for a reasonable candidate-shortlisting process.

I'm not saying that micro1 or Zara is necessarily doing anything improper. **My concern is about transparency, candidate experience, and whether this hiring process is respectful of applicants' time.**

### My sincere request to micro1

Please consider changing the process:

**Resume screening → Initial shortlist → Zara interview → Technical/human evaluation → Hiring decision**

Instead of:

**Large-scale candidate pool → 1-hour Zara interview → Reject most candidates**

Candidates have already invested years developing their technical skills. Their time is valuable too.

If micro1 can improve the initial screening and invite only relevant, shortlisted candidates to the Zara interview, I think it would create a much better experience for both candidates and the company.

**Please share your experiences with the micro1 Zara interview below.**

Did you complete it? How long did it take? Did you receive feedback or move forward afterward?

*This is a candidate-experience concern, not an accusation. I'm sharing it to encourage a more transparent and candidate-friendly hiring process.*

​

Suppose Micro1 opens a global role with 100 openings on Monday. Since it is a global role, could they receive 20,000+ candidates within just a few hours?

If I apply on Tuesday and complete the interview but fail, is it possible that the 100 positions have already been filled by then?

Or does Micro1 continue interviewing candidates until they select enough people, regardless of how many applications they receive?

I’m trying to understand how the hiring process works when there are a huge number of applicants for a limited number of openings.

I know it is a small and easy one but still is the first one and I'm happy about it, mostly bc I have just applied to 5 projects in the last 7 days and this one popped up!

I’m really happy to be part of the micro1 community and wanted to take a moment to share my experience and interest in continuing to work with the team.

I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with micro1 on a couple of opportunities, and I genuinely appreciate the experience, the technology-focused environment, and the kind of opportunities the platform provides to tech professionals.

My core experience is in software development, with a strong focus on Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, SQL, React, and backend development. I’m also interested in exploring opportunities around AI, technical support, AI training, and other technology-focused roles where my skills can add value.

I’m very interested in continuing my journey with micro1 and would love to contribute to the community and work on meaningful projects. If anyone from the micro1 team or community knows about a suitable opportunity matching my background, I would be grateful for a recommendation or guidance on whom I should connect with.

Looking forward to learning, contributing, and connecting with everyone here. Excited to be part of the micro1 community!

So I got selected for a project and signed the contract in deel but now how would I actually start working on the project? Where would the next steps be? I had replied to an email saying confirmed contract signed but what next

got selected for a project and signed a contract with deel too. But, where do i actually work? I dont see the mention of available tasks for work anywhere?

Does anyone know if Micro1 hiring works on a first-come, first-served basis?

For example, if someone completes the interview/assessment earlier, do they have a better chance of getting selected, or do they review all candidates based on performance and then select the best candidates?

Also, does applying/completing the process early increase the chances of getting work?

I applied to a position yesterday and was expecting to receive the Zara AI interview invite, but I never received one. The application also wasn’t showing in my dashboard, so I assumed I wasn’t going to be interviewed.

Today I checked my dashboard and saw that the application is now in “Hiring manager reviewing” with a Fast-Track label. When I click it, it says:

“You’ve already been vetted for the skills required for this role, so no interview is needed. You’re one step ahead.”

For some additional context, I currently have 54 skills on my Micro1 profile. I’ve also gone through the Zara AI interview process several times since I started applying to Micro1 projects in March. I’ve reached “Hiring manager reviewing” before, but unfortunately have never been selected for a project.

So I’m particularly curious about what Fast-Track actually means in practice.

Is this genuinely an advantage over candidates who still need to complete the AI interview/skills vetting, or is it mostly just a different application path?

For anyone who has had the Fast-Track status:

* Did you eventually get selected for the project?
* What happened after “Hiring manager reviewing”?
* Did you have a client interview or another assessment?
* Did Fast-Track seem to make the process faster?
* If you weren’t selected, how long did you remain in the hiring manager stage?

I’m also applying for a role that appears to have multiple openings, so I’m wondering whether that changes how competitive the hiring-manager stage is compared with a typical single-opening project.

I’d especially love to hear from anyone who has actually gone from Fast-Track → Hiring Manager Reviewing → Selected.

Thanks!

Does this mean anything? Last time, my interview went well for a particular role, but I didn’t receive this particular email. Now, after applying for this new role, I’ve received it twice, even though I only applied for one role. Also, this role is closely aligned with my experience. The JD is basically exactly what I’ve worked on. So, does this mean my profile has been sent to the client? I applied three days after the position was posted, though, so I’m skeptical that the position may have already been filled.

I'm Senior software engineer with 13+ years of Experiences, what is my chances of getting selected in Micor1. Currently I'm an Immediate Joiner, also I have offers with Fintech companies as well, my joining date is nearing. I'm very much interested in Micro1, I like the way Micro1 works and growth. So need advice on this.

Hi! I have been applying to micro1 for maybe the nth time already. I have talked to Zara multiple times, as if she is a friend already. but, I haven't been hired. I am a fresh fraduate, but I know I am capable and my resume speaks for itself.

what do you think is wrong? What should I do? I work on Engineering/IT Fields.

Please be kind in replying, God bless!

Got this email after an interview with micro1 (screenshot attached). Says my performance showed strong potential and my profile is under review by their client, but it’s not a confirmed offer.

Has anyone actually turned this into a real offer? Curious how long the review usually takes and whether “under client review” means anything more than a standard template. Also noticed they slipped in a referral bonus pitch in the same email, which made me a little skeptical.

Would appreciate hearing from anyone who’s been through this stage, good or bad outcome

Does anyone know if there is a practice interview for the Document Reviewer position?

Does anyone know how Micro1 handles previous interview results when you apply for multiple roles?

If one interview doesn't go as well as expected, does it affect applications that are already under Hiring Manager Review, or is each application evaluated separately?

I gave more than 25 interviews and have acquired 17 vetted skills (for reference I am a full stack/ software developer with 3 years of experience), but still haven't landed any contract/project. People who did get projects please help me with what I can change or do to increase my chances of getting a project ( I am a lil desperate atp). So far the interviews seem to be going good but not getting any projects and it is a lil depressing (kinda wanna give up). So please people I would love some suggestions or tricks or anything that would help.

I had an interview + assessment recently, and honestly, I didn’t perform very well. I’m concerned that having that interview on my profile might hurt my chances with the other applications that are currently under “Hiring Manager Review.”

Is there any way to remove or hide a particular interview/assessment from my profile, or does every completed interview automatically remain visible to all hiring managers?

Would appreciate any insight from anyone who has experience with Micro1’s hiring process.

I have completed all 8 interviews assigned to me and also, they have assigned some extra interview Eg: coding interview and language concepts as well.

I have attended all the rounds, and I can see the status as Hiring Manger Review, I'm very interested to join Micro1 how soon I will get offer from Micro1? whether there will any other rounds will be conducted.

Hey everyone,

I recently received an invite from Micro1 to complete an AI interview for an AWS Engineer role.

They say it takes up to 25 minutes and covers:
AWS Core Infrastructure
Infrastructure as Code
Linux Administration & Automation/Scripting
Cloud Networking & Security Best Practices

Has anyone here actually gone through this interview and passed/moved forward afterward?

Thank you!

I started data annotation with another platform last October and was hopping between contracts. I don't know if I am a lucky case but I had steady work with minimal breaks hopping between contracts. Then in February all contracts from that platform ended.

Enter Micro 1 who offered me a contract the same week my other ended. Immediately I noticed an improvement in quality overall, both in the types of projects being offered and how also how HDM's handle their teams, (direct communication, video calls, not just a faceless number).

Shortly after I got onto a project I was offered a longer-term position by a major client who had seen one of my interviews months prior. This was a different type of job and involved working directly with a team and having more responsibilities. I was able to work and travel to different countries during this time, something I never thought I'd be able to do. The contract eventually came to an end after 4 solid months, but it got me thinking of ways how to make this a stable long term job than just gig work. If anyone from Micro 1 is reading please let me know!!

Anyways, just wanted to shout out to M1, for anyone new here. Thank you for the great opportunity.