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Updated Feb 10, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Interviewed Feb 2012 in Overland Park, KS (took 4 weeks)

I've had 2 phone interviews, one 1:1 Interview with the District Manager, and I have one final phone interview with a HR manager.

Interview Questions

Describe a time that you failed.

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Other Details

The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, an IQ/Intelligence Test, a Personality Test and a Background Check.

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Interviewed and No Offer

Interviewed Jun 2009 in Kansas City, MO (took a day)

Was awful interview a book of the worst questions that have nothing to do with me preforming a job.

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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview and a Personality Test.

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Interviewed May 2010 in Kansas City, KS (took 6 weeks)

I was contacted about a week after I applied online and after being asked a few basic questions, was asked to come in for an interview. When I arrived, I was first told to complete an assessment on the computer. After I finished, I was interviewed by the Senior Team Leader - Logistics. The interview went very well and I was comfortable with all of the situational questions since I was very used to them considering my extensive background in retail. I was then passed off to the Executive Team Leader - HR. She had another 5-7 situational questions. This interview went even better and I could tell from the expressions of the interviewer that she was impressed. We had a short conversation about salary. She looked at a chart and told me with experience pay I could expect around $13.50 an hour, maybe a little more. She told me that she was definitely going to recommend me and immediately called the Store Team Leader to schedule an interview with him about a 5 days later.

When I arrived, the Store Team Leader and an Executive in Training asked 5-7 more situational questions in a panel format. We had another discussion about salary expectations. I told him that I had done a lot of research online (thank you GlassDoor) and found that the range for this position was between $13-$16. I was fine with that. When finished, I was told that I would be contacted with their decision in 3-5 days. 3 hours later I was called by the ETL-HR and told that I had passed and would need to complete an interview with the District Team Leader. I was asked to e-mail a copy of my resume to his store and scheduled to meet with him about a week later.

When I arrived I was asked to wait in the Starbucks area. He found me a few minutes later. He already had my resume and we found an office in the back. He asked another 4-5 questions off of a tablet-style laptop and jotted down notes on the screen. He asked me again what I was looking for money wise, and I told him the same thing I had told the store team leader. This interview felt very short and I was pretty discouraged afterward. I was told that I would hear a final decision in 5 "business days". Again discouraging.

However, the following Monday about 3 days later, I was called back by the ETL-HR and given an offer. I arrived at the store and was told I would need to complete a drug screen and background check. The salary offer was $15.50. She also told me that the District Team Leader was impressed with me and wanted to consider me for promotion to Senior Team Leader after my training period. This would be another $2 per hour. There is also a $1 per hour shift differential for days you come in for the early shift.

Overall I was very impressed with the interview and hiring process. At no time did I feel lost or unsure of the next step. Everyone was very professional and I never felt lowballed during the salary conversations. I had done my research, and it appears they respected that. Target likes to hear that you are continuing your education and I was asked about this several times. The salaried managers seem very upbeat and excited to be there, but most of the people I saw on the floor looked kind of down and not interested. This may be why the ETL-HR made a comment during my interview with her that no one in the store was really qualified for the job and why she liked me so much. A little enthusiasm goes a long way.

Interview Questions

Tell me about a time when you made a mistake when completing a task or process. What went wrong, what did you do to fix the situation, and what was the outcome?

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Tell me about a time when you went above and beyond to correct a customer service problem. How did you ensure that the customer was taken care of?

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Tell me about a time when you had to handle a low performing subordinate. How did you handle the situation?

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Tell me about a time you motivated your team to exceed a goal.

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Negotiation Details

There was no negotiation after the offer was made, but I did not need to because I had made clear that i knew what the salary range for the position was throughout the entire process. Thank you Glass Door. I was offered exactly what I was expecting and was even offered the next higher position and pay grade upon completion of my training.

Other Details

I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, an IQ/Intelligence Test, a Skills Test, a Personality Test, a Drug Test and a Background Check.

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Interviewed and No Offer

Interviewed May 2010 in Lees Summit, MO (took a day)

I was interviewed by two different Target employees; the Cafe manager and the food manager. I was asked many questions, most of them in the format of "Describe a time that you... put the needs of others before yourself, worked in a group" etc. I would advice practicing these questions ahead of time, I'm sure someone has the exact questions posted online.
The interviews themselves were laid-back and the employees and interviewers were all very friendly.

Interview Questions

Describe a time that you worked in a group. What was the goal and what was the outcome?

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I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.

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Interviewed Mar 2010 in Kansas City, MO (took a day)

Initial phone interview was typical interview, requesting stories that show how you handle certain situations. Questions included:
* Describe a time when you knew your boss was wrong, what did you do?
* How do you reward the top performers on your team?
* what would you do with those who are underperforming?
* describe a time that you had to address conflict within your organization.

Interview Questions

Describe a time when you knew your boss was wrong about something, what did you do?

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Other Details

I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview.

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Interviewed and No Offer

Interviewed Mar 2010 in Kansas City, MO (took 2 months)

I met some recruiters at a career fair and they asked me a few questions right there on the spot. I later got an email asking me to meet them on campus for an interview. A week or so after that, I got a phone call saying that they'd like to move me to the 2nd round of interviews - which will consist of a job shadow and two more interviews... I have completed the job shadow (make sure you ask questions during) and am yet to interview the 2nd time.

Interview Questions

What would you describe as your worst possible day at work?

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Describe your weaknesses.

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Other Details

I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview, an IQ/Intelligence Test, a Skills Test, a Personality Test and a Drug Test.

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Interviewed and No Offer

Interviewed Mar 2010 in Kansas City, MO (took 4 weeks)

Met with Target at the career fair, then had an on-campus interview, then had an interview with a DTL at a store. All behavior questions, extremely straight-forward. Their website offers some great help on how to excel in the interview; basically just develop some stories about yourself that shows that you are a strong leader.