Can we ask the HR about rejection?

Yes, you can absolutely reach out to HR to ask about the reasons behind a rejection. Many companies, including Anthropic, understand that candidates want feedback to improve for future opportunities. However, whether or not they provide detailed feedback can depend on company policy and the stage you reached in the interview process.

How to Ask for Feedback

1. Be Polite and Professional: Always keep the tone respectful. A simple, courteous request increases the likelihood of receiving a helpful response.

2. Focus on Learning: Frame your question as a desire for constructive feedback to improve for future interviews. For example: "Thank you for the opportunity to interview with Anthropic. I understand you have decided to move forward with other candidates. If possible, I’d greatly appreciate any feedback on areas where I could improve for future opportunities."

3. Timing: Reach out soon after receiving the rejection, ideally within a few days. This shows your commitment to growth, but don't be too persistent if they don’t respond.

What to Expect

• General Feedback: In many cases, HR may give you general feedback about your performance, especially if you made it through multiple interview rounds.
• No Detailed Response: Some companies have policies that prevent them from sharing detailed feedback, particularly due to legal reasons or volume of candidates.

Next Steps

Even if you don’t get feedback, you can always prepare for future interviews using resources like Grokking the Behavioral Interview and Grokking the System Design Interview to strengthen your skills and be ready for your next opportunity!