Inappropriate Job Interview Questions Reddit Stories: Would You Die for $15?

Would you sacrifice your life for less than $15 an hour? A viral Reddit thread has exploded with over 5,100 comments, exposing the dark side of hiring culture. Job seekers are sharing their most jaw-dropping experiences with inappropriate interviewers who seem to have forgotten what 'professionalism' means.

Top 5 Shocking Inappropriate Job Interview Questions Reddit Stories

From medical discrimination to flat-out bizarre demands, these stories highlight a systemic issue in modern recruitment. Here are the most upvoted and shocking cases from the community.

• 1st: Stop Dialysis for Work (Impact Score 4,850): A candidate was asked to quit their life-saving treatments to be more available for a job paying less than $15/hour. A chilling example of corporate greed.
• 2nd: The Felon Inquiry (Impact Score 3,920): A prospective janitor was asked if they were "attracted to underage girls" out of nowhere. It turned out the previous employee was a criminal, but the question remains deeply inappropriate.
• 3rd: The Religious Curse (Impact Score 2,760): After stating they didn't attend church, a high schooler was told they would "burn in hell" by the movie theater manager.
• 4th: Illegal Directives (Impact Score 2,100): For an IT security role, the candidate was asked if they would commit a crime for the company—a trap that had already led to the firing of their predecessor.
• 5th: The Swim Test for Devs (Impact Score 1,540): A software engineer was told to get out immediately after revealing they couldn't swim.

Why These Stories Are Going Viral Now

The thread started by iiLady_Insanityii taps into a collective exhaustion among job seekers. Whether it's asking about pregnancy or one's favorite ABBA song (after stalking references), these queries highlight a massive power imbalance in the workplace.