Job Interviewee Walks Out After Being Asked to Sign Shocking ‘No Contraception’ Policy
Job interviews are already nerve-wracking—but one candidate says she was asked to sign a seriously questionable policy before her interview even began. The document in question? A workplace contraception policy that flat-out bans birth control and even mentions abstinence. 😳
The story blew up after the applicant shared it on Reddit’s r/RecruitingHell, a forum dedicated to job-hunting horror stories. Titled “Walked straight out without even saying goodbye,” the post included a photo of the alleged form she was asked to sign.
“I really need a job, but this is gonna be a hard pass from me. Hell nah!” the applicant wrote.
According to the form, the unnamed employer claims to be “strongly opposed to the use of contraception.” The document outlines that:
- Employees are not allowed to use or recommend contraceptive medications or products.
- Only abstinence is promoted as a form of birth control.
- The company won’t provide or support transportation to any medical facility that offers contraceptive services.
- Violating this policy could result in immediate termination.
Let that sink in.
The applicant didn’t even complete the interview (Getty Stock Photo)
Needless to say, Reddit users were stunned.
One user wrote:
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“Excuse my ignorance, but this has to be illegal.”
Another added:
“They really get into the personal lives of their employees like that. Creepy!”
Others noted the employer’s bold honesty:
“At least they’re upfront about it, and you didn’t waste more time.”
While it’s not clear where this job was located or what type of employer it was, many Redditors speculated it might be tied to a faith-based organization. In some U.S. states, religious employers do have broader leeway when it comes to setting policies around health and conduct. Still, most legal experts agree that trying to control personal contraceptive choices goes too far.
(Reddit)
According to the ACLU, employers generally cannot interfere in private healthcare decisions—especially if they’re unrelated to job performance. And as Indeed reminds us, unusual or invasive policies can be a major red flag during the hiring process.
💡 Takeaway:
This viral incident is a powerful reminder that job interviews are a two-way street. Just as much as a company is evaluating you, you should be evaluating them. If something feels off, trust your gut—and walk out, just like this applicant did.
