Expand Your Talent Pipeline with Skills-Based Hiring

See Candidates in Action Before You Hire

Assess problem-solving, communication, and work ethic through short-term, paid projects. No more relying on resumes or interviews alone.

Expand Your Talent Pipeline Without Extra Work

Access candidates from a wide range of schools, backgrounds, and experiences—without changing your existing hiring process.

Companies that embrace skills-based hiring outperform competitors, innovate faster, and make better business decisions. Parker Dewey provides a simple, scalable way to integrate merit-based, inclusive hiring into your talent strategy.

🔎 See Candidates in Action Before You Hire

Evaluate problem-solving, communication, and work ethic through real work. Micro-Internships provide a fair, skills-based way to identify future hires.

🌍 Build Your Pipeline, Without Extra Work

Expand your talent pipeline by connecting with skilled candidates from a diverse range of schools, backgrounds, and experiences, all without disrupting your existing hiring process.

⚖️ Reduce Hiring Bias & Improve Retention

Skills-based hiring removes barriers for high-potential candidates who may be overlooked due to pedigree, school, or connections. With Micro-Internships, you reduce bias, improve retention, and create a more diverse, high-performing workforce.

How Parker Dewey’s Skills-Based, Inclusive Hiring Works

1️⃣ Define the Work That Matters

Post projects based on real business needs. Candidates apply by demonstrating relevant skills, problem-solving abilities, and motivation—not just credentials.

2️⃣ Access Applicants from a Wide Range of Backgrounds

Our open-access platform removes barriers by allowing any qualified candidate to apply—regardless of background, school, or network. In fact, 80% of Micro-Interns come from underrepresented backgrounds, giving you access to skilled talent that traditional hiring often overlooks. You choose candidates based on thoughtful responses and demonstrated ability, ensuring fairness in selection.

3️⃣ Assess Talent Through Real Work

Candidates complete the project, allowing you to evaluate their actual work before making a long-term commitment. This removes bias from the process because hiring decisions are made based on results, problem-solving, and communication skills.

4️⃣ Make Fair Hiring Decisions Based on Data

Extend full-time or internship offers with confidence, knowing your new hire has already demonstrated their ability to succeed. This skills-based approach improves retention, reduces hiring bias, and helps build a diverse, high-performing team.

Start Hiring Based on Proven Skills

See Talent in Action Before You Hire

Traditional hiring filters often overlook great candidates who have the skills but not the right network or pedigree. Micro-Internships let you:

Evaluate talent through real work
Expand access to skilled candidates from diverse backgrounds and post-secondary institutions across the United States
Reduce hiring bias and focus on proven ability

Build Stronger Teams with Inclusive Hiring

Companies that hire from a wider talent pool make better decisions, drive innovation, and outperform competitors. Micro-Internships help you:

Expand access to skilled candidates beyond traditional recruiting channels
Discover high-potential talent often overlooked in standard hiring
Build a team that reflects diverse perspectives and experiences

Why Employers Choose Parker Dewey as Their Skills-Based Hiring Platform

Parker Dewey makes it easy for employers to identify, assess, and hire top early-career talent based on real work. Micro-Internships help companies build a more diverse, high-performing workforce while reducing hiring risks.

Eliminate guesswork in hiring by assessing candidates through real projects before making long-term commitments
Expand your access to top talent by engaging candidates from a wide range of schools, backgrounds, and experiences
Build teams that thrive by prioritize skills, adaptability, and problem-solving over traditional hiring filters