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Updated Jun 7, 2013
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Assistant Manager at Goodwill

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Antioch, CA May 2009 – Reviewed Jun 7, 2013 New

Interview Details – One time orintation and application process.

Negotiation Details – No need to negotiate.

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Accepted Offer – Reviewed Jun 1, 2013

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Human Resources at Goodwill

No Offer – Interviewed in Bakersfield, CA – Reviewed Apr 29, 2013

Interview Details – The interview and the questions were your general HR questions. For example, what are your strength and weakness? Why do you want to work here? What is FMLA? Explain your previous jobs?

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Production Associate at Goodwill

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Richmond, VA Nov 2012 – Reviewed Apr 23, 2013

Interview Details – Filled out basic application online, was called about a week and a half later. Went to initial interview, was super easy and basic, the lady interviewing me was very relaxed. Filled out a personality test thing and a math skills test afterward. Was called about a week later for drug screening, passed, was offered the job a few days later.

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Assistant Manager at Goodwill

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Houston, TX – Reviewed Apr 19, 2013

Interview Details – Turned in an application, Was called to come if for an interview with the store manager. The interview consisted of the manager telling me what the job duties were. She briefly reviewed my resume and asked me some very basic typical interview questions related to my job experience. The entire interview lasted about fifteen minutes. I was offered the job at the conclusion of the interview.

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Negotiation Details – There is no negotiation. You either have to take it or leave it.

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Receptionist at Goodwill

No Offer – Interviewed in Apr 2013 – Reviewed Apr 8, 2013

Interview Details – I would consider the interview as "prying," since the interviewer asked more personal than business related questions. It was as if all of the questions were digging into my personality. They seemed to be hiring in regard to personal aspects, rather than skills or experience.

I came away feeling violated, and unhappy. Later, I recieved a call that I was not chosen for the job.

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Retail Sales Associate at Goodwill

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Arcadia, CA Apr 2013 – Reviewed Apr 6, 2013

Interview Details – This was my first interview/job offer ever...
Completed the application online and was called about two hours later. Scheduled an interview for the next day. I got there 15 minutes early and so the manager decided to start early. She asked about 5 questions. The generic ones like tell me about yourself, why goodwill and strenghts and weaknesses. Then she brought in her assistance to ask me if i had a car and if I was punctual and those sort of things. The interview lasted about 30 minutes. Both interviewers were extremely friendly which helped. They also made it evident that they were understaffed and even though I knew they were interviewing others they made me feel like I would be hired. I was called like 3 hours after the interview to inform me that I had the position.

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Negotiation Details – It was my first job and I had an understanding it would be minimum wage

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Program Manager at Goodwill

No Offer – Interviewed in Wichita, KS Mar 2013 – Reviewed Mar 13, 2013

Interview Details – The process involves two interviews. They were not really decided upon the actual job requirements of the position since two of the requirements they mentioned they were looking for in a candidate was not even listed on the job position.

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Sales Associate at Goodwill

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Feb 2013 – Reviewed Mar 6, 2013

Interview Details – Easiest interview I've ever been on. The manager was new and nervous, so he didn't really ask me questions. He told me about Goodwill's mission and then asked me what my past work experience is, and if I had experience in retail. I don't, so I said no. I then asked a few questions, which he appreciated. I then got a tour of the backrooms and he described what goes on in each section. All the employees seemed friendly, but just a note: Goodwill hires a variety of people, including disabled people (physically and mentally). So if you are uncomfortable with that, I would suggest not applying or interviewing. After the tour, the manager said he would call later that day to set up an orientation time/date. The interview literally lasted for 30 minutes, most of which we talked about personal things.

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Negotiation Details – There is no negotiation. When I initially talked to the manager on the phone he said, "You'll be making 8.25/hr. Is that okay?"

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Administrative Assistant at Goodwill

No Offer – Interviewed in Los Angeles, CA Jan 2013 – Reviewed Feb 26, 2013

Interview Details – Interviewed for two different positions. Very nice, friendly group of people. The company culture is positive and helpful. Corporate office dress is business casual. Connecting with the recruiter for the initial phone interview was a challenge. The position and the company mission were thoroughly explained. No follow-up communication was received regarding outcome of interview.

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