How to Use the Internal Feedback Module
The right hire impacts your entire team. BerniePortal's Internal Feedback feature provides an organized, secure space for hiring managers and influencers to share observations, concerns, and recommendations, ensuring every decision is well-informed and team-aligned.
To access:
- Log in to BerniePortal as the employer or a Recruiting feature administrator
- Select “Recruiting” in the top navigation menu
- Locate candidates using either method:
- Job-Specific View: Select the relevant job from "Job List" to see all applicants for that position
- All Candidates View: Access the "Candidates" menu to see applicants across all jobs

To submit internal feedback for a candidate:
- Select the candidate’s name to open their Candidate profile and then “Internal Feedback” in the left-hand navigation menu
- Select “Add Internal Feedback” in blue
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- Craft your message-
- Job- Choose the applicable position from the dropdown menu
- Message Content- Write or customize your message, then click "Post"
- Who can view-
- Hiring Managers and Influencers assigned to the position
- Global administrators and Recruiting feature administrators
Note: All feedback remains completely confidential—candidates never see these internal discussions, allowing for honest, strategic conversations about fit and qualifications.
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