Frequently Asked Questions
Most of the things people wonder about are addressed below, but the best way to understand Approximate is to schedule a demonstration or reach out to us directly.
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We want to match the best talent—the diamonds in the rough—with the perfect employment opportunities.
To do this we run hyper-realistic workplace simulations with A.I. coworkers.
Within the simulation users will gain skills that will build resumes and confidence, and employment partners will be able to assess candidates based on true performance and fit.
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When a user “gets hired” for an internship, they will create an account and give their new employer some basic information about themselves.
The simulation will use this info to put the finishing touches on the users new workplace environment.
When they log in for the first time, they’ll be greeted by an orientation video and a message from the HR partner. These two things will show them the ropes.
Then they’ll jump into their first meeting where they’ll be introduced to the rest of the team. They’ll learn details about the project they’ve been “hired” to work on, as well getting to understand who on the team does what.
That’s all they need to jump into their first assignment.
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The internship is designed to be completed in about fifteen hours a week over four weeks.
On a Monday-through-Friday schedule, this will work out to about 3 hours a day, though the user has some flexibility to work when they are available.
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We strongly recommend that users try to average 15 hours of work per week.
This might mean on a busy week you work a little less while working a little more on less-busy weeks.
However, there is no minimum amount of hours required. The work is self-paced.
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Our simulated internships are remote and fully online. Wherever users have a computer and a good internet connection, they can log in and go to work.
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Yes, users can break up their workday.
For instance, if a user is trying to work 3 hours on a given day, they could work for 90 minutes in the morning, 30 minutes over lunch, and 60 minutes after putting kids to bed.
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Costs can fluctuate based on the amount of licenses purchased, but for many buyers the cost will be around a couple hundred dollars for each users’ 60-hour simulation.
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Typically education partners buy a batch of licenses for their students and graduates.
Employment partners may also help to offset the cost of providing simulations by paying Approximate for help filling open roles.
This makes a nice partnership where education providers help fulfill their promise of a brighter future, employers get the talent they need, and students get jobs!
Work for all…
Employers
Companies are made of their talent, but many hiring decisions amount to little more than slightly-educated guesses.
Learn how Approximate can help you get the right person in the right role.
Educators
The purpose of education is to provide knowledge that improves lives.
But what happens when those who shine in the classroom aren’t given chances to thrive in the world? See how Approximate helps.
Job Seekers
If you’re looking to break into a career, nothing is more frustrating than not getting a shot to prove yourself.
Stop waiting for others to help and start doing something in your control.