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Updated May 23, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Manager at GameStop
Posted Jun 9, 2011
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed May 2011 in Chicago, IL (took a day)
I attended a job fair for GameStop where on-the-spot interviews were conducted. There were many applicants, so the area's existing store managers were conducting the interviews. Although having multiple interviewers made me skeptical as to the selection process, the interview was actually very good and I felt very comfortable. One thing they press you on is how GameStop's services, such as their membership program and game reservation, help their customers. I expected as much, as the company is extremely customer service oriented. Reservations dictate how many copies of a game each store orders, so that customers are guaranteed the product, and rewards and pre-order bonuses give customers reason to keep buying from GameStop. Highlight any experience with customer service, management, and inventory and if they like your smile, you're in. Don't forget to ask them when you can expect to hear something back - it has only been two weeks since my interview but I already took another job, not knowing what to expect from them.
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Game Advisor at GameStop
Posted May 29, 2011
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5.0
Very Difficult Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2010 in Columbia, MD (took 4 weeks)
I had two interviews with the District Sales Manager. The first interview was a group interview. This was the easier interview. The second interview was a face to face interview that was more arduous. He gave every indication that he would offer the entry level Game Advisor position to me after the second interview, but he never made any offer. He gave the usual "we want to go in a different direction" email. My gripe is that why he scheduled the second interview if he had no intention of hiring me in the first place. He also went on vacation after the second interview. That was unprofessional because he could have at least given a response prior to going on vacation instead of making me wait like a child for a prolonged period of time. He misled me into thinking I had the job, but I had my hopes up for nothing. Regardless of how passionate I was about games and sales, it was unlikely he would have hired me. I asked him why he refused to hire me, but I received no response. I was also told to reapply in 90 days. Even if I reapplied in 90 days, I doubt he would have offered me the job. But I probably won't reapply in 90 days. How would waiting 90 days improve my chances of securing the job? Am I magically more qualified for the job by waiting 90 days? If anyone is interviewing at GameStop, then you have to hope you have a helpful district manager who is willing to give you the job. I read anecdotes about how easy it is to get a job at GameStop (you only need a pulse), but that is only true if you are interviewed by someone who wants to hire you. Education won't help you. I had two BA degrees, but the district manager was not interested in hiring me. Furthermore, good luck to anyone who interviews.
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Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview and a Group/Panel Interview.
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Register at GameStop
Posted May 7, 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 May 2010 in Charlotte, NC (took a day)
He took me into the back of the store and asked me some questions for roughly 15 minutes. Was not very intense, but I never heard back from them. There was also over twenty people being interviewed for 3 summer positions, if I remember correctly. At the end of the Interview he shook my hand and told me that he would contact me if they were interested.
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I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Store Manager at GameStop
Posted Apr 22, 2011
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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 Nov 2010 (took 2 days)
initial contact was a phone call to set up two separate interviews - behavior based questioning - interviewed in store
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Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview and a Personality Test.
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Game Advisor at GameStop
Posted Apr 4, 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 Sep 2009 in Miami Beach, FL (took a day)
it was nerve racking for my first time but ok later on
Negotiation Details
nothing just accepted the job as is
Other Details
I got the interview through an Employee Referral.
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Game Advisor at GameStop
Posted Feb 23, 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 May 2009 (took a day)
This was at the beginning of the summer, when I guess they needed more people. I asked for an application at the store, filled it out while sitting in the food court, and turned it in the same day. I got a call the next day. Interviewed with one of the managers while sitting in the food court. He asked questions about my previous jobs, what kind of games I play, and what systems I was familiar with (like if I knew what the cables, controllers, etc. looked like.) I admitted I didn't know much about a few systems since I didn't own them. Very casual interview, laid-back college guy. Got a call the next day to see when I can start working.
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I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Assistant Manager at GameStop
Posted Feb 7, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2011 (took 2 weeks)
Fast very laid back and casual. They wanted to make sure I was very familiar with the company and how things operated on a normal basis. Sales is a very important asset but not mandatory to get the job.
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Reason for Declining
Not enough pay
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The interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a 1:1 Interview.
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Sales Associate at GameStop
Posted Jan 9, 2011
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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 Jun 2010 (took a day)
basically,the interview processs was simple and traditional,in a sense.
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Game Advisor at GameStop
Posted Dec 28, 2010
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2010 (took a day)
3 months before this GameStop was going to begin hiring for seasonal I was requested to apply by the store manager and soon after the District Manager. The manager was very impressed at how well I was able to initiate and talk to people; mostly in regards to the parents.
When the time came for her to look over seasonal applicants; I decided to apply and after observing how well she managed her store it seemed to be an acceptable job and work environment.
The interview process was very relaxed and took place in the store. Questions consisted of days and hours I would be available to work.
Followed by a series of questions on how I would answer questions about a game to customers who were considering a game for their children.
Also how I would take the ESRB rating into wether I would recommend the game they asked about.
Various scenarios were set up with different games by systems, ESRB ratings, and customer age groups.
This part of the interview process was given a considerable amount of time; mostly due to ability to relate to people the parents in particular.
After that part the rest of the interview covered general work and company policies.
Then a discourse on sexual harassment: and what behaviors could constitute as such and how they should be handled.
The remainder of the interview was to verify all required information on my application.
Soon after I was offered the position.
Interview Questions
Reason for Declining
I had not planned on applying; but was asked on several occasions to consider it by the manager.
My reasons were and still health related.
Had I chosen to accept the offer I would have had no regrets in working alongside her staff.
Other Details
I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Senior Game Advisor at GameStop
Posted Nov 11, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2008 in San Antonio, TX (took 2 days)
Unfortunately, specialized game knowledge is second to your ability as a salesperson. All they want is someone who knows the alphabet and can count and can have a customer leave without being angry. If you're lucky, you'll interview with a store manager who actually appreciates video games, and you'll spend the interview chatting about your old Famicom. Prepare to be blindsided, however, by idiot customers who own Wiis without knowing how to pronounce "Super Mario Brothers" correctly.
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Negotiation Details
There is no negotiation of anything. GameStop slams you with whatever tiny, miserable, laughable wage they want.
Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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