Abstract: Systems and methods for qualifying skilled candidates for an industry position are provided. An interactive challenge component related to a particular industry, including one or more simulated problems to be solved, may be provided to a plurality of participants in the challenge. The simulated problems may be representative of real problems typically solved in the industry. Each participant's performance in the challenge (e.g., number of problems solved correctly, points scored, etc.) may be evaluated in order to identify one or more participants as candidates for an opportunity related to the particular industry. For example, the opportunity may be a career opportunity or an educational opportunity. The qualifying candidates may in turn be provided with information associated with the opportunity. For instance, the qualifying candidates may be provided with information regarding how to apply for the opportunity, or information regarding an interview or a start date for the opportunity.