I had applied for a senior design position at Space Matrix, a well-known design firm that specializes in the design and build of large workspaces. However, to be a part of such an opportunity there was a humongous assignment where I had to design a 10,000 sq. ft. commercial space, for which I was asked to draft the space, make 2D/3D interior concepts with budgeting, scheduling, mood boards, etc. summed up in a creative presentation - basically a full-fledged project presentation that would take at least two weeks or more). Regardless of its immensity, I completed the task as directed, which led to an interview round in their Hyderabad headquarters. (Shockingly it was quite an unwelcoming, dimly lit compact space for a design firm that specializes in offices). To my surprise, the interview turned out to be more of a project evaluation of the task than anything else; in fact, I was asked to redo the assignment and submit it with the given additional time. The interviewer seemed unconcerned with my previous work or even discuss the position I was being considered for. To add to my dissatisfaction, the HR department was quick to follow up until I had done their tasks. In my opinion, if you are asked to complete a task for your assessment that takes more than a day or two of your time, it is obvious that it is something the company is working on and not a test of your skills. Request that the authorities respect our time and that HR at the very least acknowledge or inform job seekers of their final decisions.