The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Sears (Augusta, ME) in Mar 2011
Interview
I applied online and immediately scheduled an interview. I called the store to confirm the date and time, and I was told they were correct. The day before my interview I received an email changing the time of the interview. When I arrived at the HR department of Sears 15 minutes early, I was asked my name and the Interviewer came in. He reviewed my resume for about 20 seconds, then we sat down in the office. He seemed very nervous which made me nervous! He was young, and I could tell he hadn't done a lot of interviews. There were a lot of awkward silences as he tried to find questions to ask me. One question he put a lot of emphasis on was if I would be able to solicit credit cards, and that people who either aren't willing or just aren't good at it don't last long. Also, the pay for the position is $7.50 an hour...who can live on that?! The interview seemingly went well, and at the end I caught him off guard by asking if he had any concerns about my ability to fit in with the team and perform the essential duties. The only concern he said he had was that I had never solicited credit cards before, and some people try but can't do it. He told me that he would like to put me in for another interview and that his boss would be in the next morning, and he would talk to her then. He said it went well and I sounded great for the position, but that's what they all say!
Took like 20 mins. Very easy but questions seemed random. It also seemed like management had no idea they had interviews scheduled cuz there were several of us waiting for a long time
The interview process can vary depending on the company and position, but here’s a general idea of what to expect:
1. Application Review: After applying, they’ll review your resume. If they’re interested, you’ll get a call or email to set up an interview.
2. Phone/Video Interview: A lot of places do an initial screening over the phone or via video call. They’ll ask about your background, why you're interested in the job, and how your skills fit the role. It’s usually a casual chat, but make sure to prepare by knowing the company and job description.
3. In-Person Interview: If you pass the initial screening
Fill application form to apply and wait few days before submitting it to the company. Had to provide personal documents and references from previous employers. Initially was interviewed on a phone.
