This happens when companies have too many applicants. It isn't the best way to evaluate candidates, but it is a cheap and easy way to do it and resumes aren't

This happens when companies have too many applicants. It isn't the best way to evaluate candidates, but it is a cheap and easy way to do it and resumes aren't enough. It's common for candidates who have an internal referral to skip all these steps, because the referral establishes a base line of credibility.