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Whiteboard or drawing exercise

The board you will use

“A Whiteboard Exercise (also referred to as a Drawing Exercise) may be part of the interview process for some tech roles.”

Brittany BunchMarketing Manager, Amazon (article draws on an Amazon recruiting manager)

Amazon · 2025-07-24

A whiteboard or drawing exercise

Practise explaining a board the interviewer cannot see.

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Explain it

“You'll have the chance to demonstrate not just your problem-solving abilities and technical skills, but also how you think on your feet and connect with others.”

Brittany BunchMarketing Manager, Amazon (article draws on an Amazon recruiting manager)

Amazon · 2025-07-24

Think on your feet

Practise keeping a board both people can follow.

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How to prepare

“You should also bring your resume (though your interviewers will have copies), a notepad and pen for taking notes, and any specifically requested portfolio samples.”

Brittany BunchMarketing Manager, Amazon (article draws on an Amazon recruiting manager)

Amazon · 2025-07-24

Bring a notepad and pen

Practise scoping a sketch before the session starts.

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