TriNet Integration
Bring Skima Intelligence Insights to TriNet
Skima AI provides explainable AI match scores, reasons, and seamless collaboration directly into TriNet recruiting workflows. No extra logins, no workflow disruption.
What You'll See in TriNet ATS with Skima AI
When you connect Skima AI with TriNet ATS, your recruiting team will benefit from embedded AI insights within the TriNet interface.
An AI Match Score (0-100) is appended to each candidate application.
Bullet points explaining why the candidate fits the job requirements.
Custom tags such as "Skima Screened" for fast candidate filtering.
A shortlist view for hiring managers to approve, reject, or add comments.
Activity notes capturing decision feedback for a transparent audit trail.
This delivers a clear top-10 shortlist that updates automatically, ensuring recruiters prioritize the best candidates first.
Why TriNet Recruiting Teams Pick Skima AI
TriNet users choose Skima AI to enhance their ATS with intelligent screening and insights that keeps the entire hiring process centralized.
Stay in One System
Skima AI syncs match scores, reasons, and HMr feedback directly within TriNet's interface.
Simplified Collaboration
Share shortlist links internally; Skima AI writes responses back to TriNet.
Fresh and Automated Scoring
Candidate rankings refresh instantly, powered by TriNet webhooks.
Unlock Hidden Talent
Skima AI leverages historical application and candidate data to rediscover qualified talent already in TriNet.
What Skima AI Writes Back to TriNet ATS
| Writes back to | Field name | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activity Note | SKIMA Match Score | Number (0-100) | 88 |
| Activity Note | SKIMA Reasons | Long Text | "5 yrs sales; CRM proficiency; leadership" |
| Activity Note | Shortlist Link | URL | https://.../shortlist/xyz |
| Candidate Tag | SKIMA Screened | Tag | SKIMA Screened |
| (Optional) Activity Note | HM Feedback | Enum | 👍 / 👎 / Maybe |
| (Optional) Activity Note | HM Comment | Short Text | Ready for interview |
Note: Skima AI writes these back through TriNet's REST API using authenticated requests and webhook-triggered updates, enabling real-time, bidirectional data synchronization.
How the Shortlist Loop works?
Skima AI streamlines hiring collaboration inside TriNet by enabling a seamless shortlist feedback loop without extra login hassles.
Recruiter Shares the Shortlist
Skima AI generates a secure, no-login shortlist link added as an activity note.
Manager Provides Feedback
Hiring managers respond with a quick 👍, 👎, or "Maybe," and optional notes for context.
Skima AI Writes Back Feedback
These decisions are automatically updated on the TriNet record as activity notes.
Recruiter Acts on Insights
Recruiters see an AI-powered, explainable top-10 list and confidently move candidates forward.
This loop facilitates real-time collaboration, faster decisions, and full auditability while fitting naturally into TriNet's workflow.
Field Map for TriNet ATS Integration
A clear data flow map helps TriNet users and IT admins understand exactly what Skima AI pulls in and pushes back to ensure a smooth setup
Skima AI securely retrieves the following fields from TriNet via REST API to power candidate scoring and rediscovery:
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Candidate Profile Data: Name, Email, Phone, Address, LinkedIn profiles.
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Job Requisition Data: Job title, department, location, job description, required skills.
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Application Data: Resume file attachments, submitted answers to custom questions, and application status.
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Historical Data: Past applications, interview outcomes, stage histories for candidate rediscovery.
After AI scoring and ranking, Skima AI pushes structured data back into TriNet securely using authenticated API requests:
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Activity Notes: Detailed scoring rationale ("Skima AI Match Score: 85"), AI-generated key match reasons.
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Candidate Tags: "Skima Screened" tag for easy filtering.
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Shortlist Link: URL for manager collaboration embedded as an activity note.
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Hiring Manager Feedback: Emoji/status feedback and optional comments from managers.
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(Optional) Stage Updates: Advance candidates to a "Skima Shortlisted" pipeline stage.
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(Fallback) Evidence File Attachment: Detailed explanations saved as a PDF for audit compliance.
This integration supports bidirectional data sync, ensuring AI insights stay fully integrated within TriNet's native user experience
Set up Your TriNet Integration
TriNet + Skima AI setup is fast, secure, and requires minimal IT effort.
Here are 5 steps to set up your TriNet HCM integration:
Register your integration in the TriNet developer portal, creating API credentials with OAuth 2.0 authorization.
Configure webhook endpoints within TriNet to notify Skima AI of new applications, status updates, and hiring decisions.
Set appropriate API permissions for reading candidate/job/application data and writing activity notes, tags, and stage updates.
Test the integration with 2-3 pilot job requisitions: upload resumes → verify Skima AI scores and reasons → submit hiring manager feedback within TriNet → confirm activity note updates.
Launch the integration on production roles, monitor weekly usage reports, and iterate with Skima AI support as needed.
Security &
Responsible AI
for TriNet
Integrations
Enterprise-grade security and ethical AI practices ensure compliant, transparent, and fair talent decisions across your TriNet HCM ecosystem
- Skima AI delivers match scores and reasons generated from resume and application evidence, with no automated candidate rejections.
- All hiring manager feedback, notes, and shortlist decisions are logged within TriNet for transparency.
- Role-based access, secure webhook signing (HMAC-SHA1), and encrypted data transmission ensure data privacy and integrity.
- Compliance with SOC 2 standards, DPA regulations, and the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) background check protocols is maintained.
- Skima AI is designed to minimize bias, enhance fairness, and provide explainable AI-driven hiring recommendations within TriNet workflows.
Skima AI combines explainable AI with strict security practices to keep your TriNet integrations compliant, auditable, and fair.
Customer Snapshot: 30-Day Pilot with TriNet ATS
58%
Time-to-screen
2X
Interviews from top-10
+24 NPS
HM Satisfaction
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the TriNet Integrations
How does Skima AI integrate with TriNet ATS, and what is the connection process like?
Skima AI connects through TriNet's REST API and webhooks, automatically scoring candidates, writing match scores and reasons as activity notes, and capturing hiring manager feedback within TriNet's system.
What specific data fields does Skima AI access and write back into TriNet ATS?
It retrieves candidate and application data, including resumes and custom questions, and writes back activity notes, tags, shortlist links, match scores, and feedback statuses for end-to-end visibility.
How long does it typically take to complete the TriNet ATS integration setup?
The full setup process usually takes 60–90 minutes, covering API credential creation, webhook configuration, permission setup, and pilot testing to verify secure and accurate data synchronization.
Are TriNet webhooks mandatory for the integration, and what if they're not available?
Webhooks are strongly recommended for real-time updates. If unavailable, Skima AI safely polls TriNet data every 10–15 minutes to maintain near real-time accuracy.
Where can users find Skima AI's match scores and hiring feedback within TriNet ATS?
All AI-generated match scores, reasoning notes, and hiring feedback are displayed as activity notes and tags within each candidate and job application record in TriNet.
Can hiring manager feedback be fully captured and stored within TriNet's interface?
Yes. Skima AI ensures manager feedback is written back as activity notes, maintaining a complete, auditable record of hiring decisions inside TriNet.
What happens if TriNet API permissions are limited during integration setup?
Read-only API access enables partial syncing of files and notes, but full functionality requires admin-level "notes:write:" permissions for complete activity and feedback updates.
Does Skima AI support TriNet's customized workflows and field configurations?
Yes. Skima AI aligns with TriNet's workflow stages, tagging conventions, and custom fields, adapting to existing processes for seamless integration without disruption.
Will Skima AI automatically update or move candidates through TriNet pipeline stages?
Pipeline stage movement is optional and configurable. Most teams keep recruiter control, but Skima AI automation can be enabled for specific workflows if desired.
How frequently are Skima AI match scores refreshed in TriNet ATS?
Scores refresh instantly via webhook triggers when new data appears and are automatically revalidated at intervals while applications remain active in TriNet.