Costco Wholesale Interview Questions & Reviews in Issaquah, WA
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Updated Jan 9, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Warehouse at Costco Wholesale
Posted Jan 9, 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 Mar 2010 in Issaquah, WA (took a day)
The hireing process was fairly standard. I failed because I was working extremely hard at the job that I had at the time. So at my first interview (which was in person), these two managers play good cop bad cop. I didn't really pick up on it at the time. But having prepared for what I thought would be a very professional interview, i was very put off when one of the managers intensionally insinuated that I might enjoy slacking off at work RIGHT AFTER I just got done saying that I really enjoy fast pased hard, chalenging work. I reassured him in a professional way that i DID enjoy working hard, to which he only rephrased his original jab. I became very candid and told him that that was not what i had just said, and that i very much enjoyed my work. needless to say it was a short interview. expect to be messed with a little. i now do much work with costco, and they are all awesome people. i'm sure other reviews can offer more insight into what you should do.
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I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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IT Specialist at Costco Wholesale
Posted Dec 1, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Mar 2009 in Issaquah, WA (took 4 weeks)
They are typically slow with hiring people. Initially a phone interview, typical interview questions (personality and background). Then a few group/panel interviews. This was over the course of 2-3 weeks. Then was offered the job after about a months time from first interview.
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I did not negotiate, simply accepted what was offered.
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The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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QA Automation Manager at Costco Wholesale
Posted Feb 9, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jun 2010 in Issaquah, WA (took a day)
Costco always does group/panel interviews for most positions. It was a similar one for me with 3 people in the panel. They asked very very generic questions from a questionnaire that they have (like describe a challenging situation at your previous job, describe your most important achievement, etc.). There weren't any technical questions asked but I guess they let candidates speak about their technical abilities and assess them. It was very hard to understand the feedback or opinion they have on you and the process will take a long time (to schedule an interview, go through processes,etc). Be prepared with a clear list (bullet points) of all your strengths and achievements and do the best you can. It really depends on the panel and if at least 2-3 from the panel have a favorable opinion you would get an offer. But to end it, Costco is a great company to work for and has a very good work culture. They are one of washington's top rated employers for employee satisfaction.
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The interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a Group/Panel Interview.
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Assistant Buyer at Costco Wholesale
Posted Oct 20, 2009 — 1 of 1 people found this helpful
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Sep 2008 in Issaquah, WA (took 5 days)
Tenure within the company is critical. They are looking for initiative, previous leadership and teamwork experience. You must be able to provide examples that prove that you have the ability to teach.
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I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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Copywriter at Costco Wholesale
Posted Apr 1, 2009
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Mar 2009 in Issaquah, WA (took a day)
I interviewed with two people on their team. It seemed that they were less concerned about my qualifications or experience and rather how "excited" I was in joining Costco. It was rather odd, really. Asking me if I had a Costco card and how long I was a member. But other than an overall creepy, "pro-Costco" cult-like experience (We have the "best" members, our vendors are "happy" working with us), the people were casual, friendly and seemed truly happy to be there. Maybe it's just something I'm not used to.
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I got the interview through a Staffing Agency and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview and a Presentation.
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Sr. Database Administrator at Costco Wholesale
Posted Mar 26, 2009
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4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2009 in Issaquah, WA (took 1 week)
Applied online and HR person called in 3 days. Tech interview took place in next 3 days. Tech interview too detailed to cover ALL sort skils for cheap pay rate. They did not provide feedback or return calls after completing the interview process. HR and Tech guy were friendly .
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I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a Skills Test.
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