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Updated Feb 12, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Part-Time Sales Associate at American Eagle Outfitters
Posted Feb 12, 2012
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2011 in Vancouver, BC (Canada) (took a day)
The interview process was quite casual. I came in to ask for an application form, completed this and then got an interview the same day. During the interview, a few basic questions were asked which was standard and it was then followed by a personality test which gives them an idea of what traits you have. I received a call 2 hours later and got the job! The perception of the company was quite positive, very easy going and nothing too challenging.
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview and a Personality Test.
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Merchandising at American Eagle Outfitters
Posted Feb 9, 2012
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2012 in Pittsburgh, PA (took a day)
Applied through the university recruiting program and got an interview. Met with 1:1 with a full-time planner for 20 minutes.
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I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Merchandise Planning and Allocation Program at American Eagle Outfitters
Posted Feb 5, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2012 in Pittsburgh, PA (took a day)
There was a 2:1 interview which was very casual. My interviewers had jeans and sweatshirts and were very laid back. They didn't read questions off of a sheet; rather, it was more of a conversation style where they were very interested in getting to know me. I was called back the next day and notified that I will be moving onto their final round interview in Pittsburgh 3 weeks from now.
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Sales Associate at American Eagle Outfitters
Posted Jan 30, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2010 in San Francisco, CA (took a day)
I turned in my application to this snobbish girl behind the counter. She gave me a date to arrive for the group interview. WELL apparently, she set me up with a wrong date! When I arrived to the store the people behind the counter didn't know what to do said the hiring manager was out to lunch. They had me wait in their little lounge area as I sat and felt very embarrassed. Finally when the hiring manager was back, he took me to the corner of the store with a sheet of questions. He didn't even bother to write anything. After I answered to two or three questions, he said that most of the staff have been hired already, but I will be considered for backup if anyone decides against the position. They basically just wanted to recover from their "mistake" and pretend to give me a chance. It was the biggest waste of time!
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Sales Associate at American Eagle Outfitters
Posted Jan 17, 2012
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2011 in New York, NY (took a day)
I went to the register to ask for an application then i was pulled to the side by a manager who asked me about my fashion inspirations and what magazines i read. she then asked about my availability and took my resume. I knew i wasn't going to get the job because as i was answering her questions she just nodded her head and didn't really give me any feedback. the store was a mess though, clothes everywhere and there weren't that many employees, and the few that were there were crazy busy to answer any questions. before applying to ae i would suggest brushing up on current fashion trends , and designers. Also dress like the models for ae dress in the ads. I think that they really appreciate originality so just be yourself
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I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Store Manager at American Eagle Outfitters
Posted Jan 2, 2012
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Aug 2010 in Toronto, ON (Canada) (took 2 days)
I was promoted internally. Spoke to disrupt manager and regional manager.
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Negotiation Details
I told them what my salary expectations were.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview and a Personality Test.
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Assistant Store Manager at American Eagle Outfitters
Posted Nov 30, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Aug 2009 in Richmond, VA (took 1 week)
The interview was very informal. I had 1 in person interview and was offered a job within a week.
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Negotiation Details
I was not able to negotiate anything. I was told that I was being brought in at the highest rate for my position.
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I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Sales Associate at American Eagle Outfitters
Posted Nov 17, 2011
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2011 in New York, NY (took 4 days)
So Sunday I applied online for the seasonal sales associate position. Monday night I received a call from the manager asking me a couple of questions. Basically why do I want to work for AE? What influences my style and my availability. Then he asked me to come in on Wednesday for a group interview. I got to the group interview and it was me and about 5 others waiting to be interviewed. A lady manager interviewd us and started promptly at 11am. She was very nice and told us upfront that she was looking for personality. The interview was very laid back and consisted only of three question. Not including the introduce yourself to us question. I was very talkative and smiling ALOT!!! After the interview was done she gave us all a packet to fill out, gave the instructions on how to fill it out. She informed us that if she wanted to hire us she will contact our references and based on how fast she gets to speak to the references is how long it will take to call us back. She called me back the next day which is today! She called in the afternoon and offered me the position. After that she asks questions to verify your availability and asks about holidays and weekends to see if you can work on certain days. And tomorrow is my orientation!!
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Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a Group/Panel Interview and a Personality Test.
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Sales Associate at American Eagle Outfitters
Posted Nov 15, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2009 (took 4+ weeks)
I answered a total of one question because they were interviewing so many people at the same time. I felt like I was picked just because I showed up and answered one question not because of any qualifications
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I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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Floor Sales at American Eagle Outfitters
Posted Nov 8, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2010 (took a day)
Merely walked into the store and requested an application form from the check-out counter. Person working looked at me funny and brought me the store manager who then set me up with an appointment for a group interview later that week. During the group interview we were asked questions such as what our views of clothing were, our perception of fashion, and how we could be welcoming to customers. A lot of the other interviewees had opinions congruent with that of each other, where as I was the only one who took a risk to stand out. After the interview we were told that we would receive a call regarding our application/employment within the next two to three days. No call was received, so I called the store to follow up and was told that the manager would call me back, but still no call was received.
The entire time I felt as if I were singled out for not fitting into the certain mold that AE seemed to be looking for. Workers also seemed condescending when I called to follow up, and reluctant to humor me. Overall not a great experience for me.
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