Target Reviews

Current Employee – been working at Target full-time for more than 7 years

Pros – The people and culture are very positive, social, and collaborative. Its great to work in the retail industry and work for a company that people love and respect and which provides such a great value to the average consumer. There is the ability to move around within the company and have multiple types of jobs if that is what you want.

Cons – The organization is incredibly meeting focused so it can sometimes be difficult to move things quickly or autonomously. Not all parts of the organization have a well defined career path so you have to be able to make it happen for yourself in many parts of the company. Although meritocracy is important to the company the way promotions are determined are also based on a role being available so you can be "ready" but not promoted until something opens up which can be frustrating at times.

Advice to Senior Management – Be more open to promotions within role and promotions based on readiness vs. only when a spot is open. I think this will help retain some incredible talent that has left in the past.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

Current Employee – been working at Target part-time for less than a year

Pros – I work at the Target in Christiansburg, VA, and I love it. . It's a lot of fun, the ETL's are all very nice and very active in the store. They really work with with you if you need time off or something comes up and you need to leave early. Great store.

Cons – Constantly pushing the RED card's I understand it help the store and everything. I completely understand but there isn't anything we can do if the person doesn't want it. I don't have too much negative to say.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

Former Employee – worked at Target full-time for less than a year

Pros – Flexible hours, team support, great benefits, and quality training creates a great work environment and desire for the employee to grow with the company. Upper management has the right attitude to support the company goals.

Cons – Large corporation with business oriented goals. Employees must be motivated and aggressive to advance. Without good people skills, middle management can be a stumbling block for those desiring to move up.

Advice to Senior Management – Potentially great employees may fall thru the cracks because immediate supervisors (mid management, ETLs, etc) seem to be self-serving and not always company goal oriented.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

Current Employee – been working at Target full-time for more than 10 years

Pros – Your Job security will always be good, even in a recession.

Cons – Poor raises and the fact you have to tell people you work at target.

No, I would not recommend this company to a friend

Current Employee – been working at Target full-time for more than a year

Pros – A great place to develop and learn how to manage a business. There are a lot of resources at hand, and multiple opportunities to grow. The pay is competitive with a lot of other retailers. Negotiate hard if you are offered a position.

Cons – There is a large "leadership" team in every store. This team is full of driven, enthusiastic, young(mostly), individuals. I stress individuals as there are many different personalities that you will have to learn to work with. Everyone is very competitive even though they will stress "one team, one dream". Try to build great relationships and be the person everyone likes. Do not step on any toes or burn any bridges. People don't forget easily.

Advice to Senior Management – Please try to remember to reinforce achievements and hard work when you are evaluating team members who are on corrective action plans. Some of the best employees come out of corrective action.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

Former Employee – worked at Target part-time for more than 3 years

Pros – Fast. Fun. Friendly.
"Positive atmosphere"
better service from associates than you would get from Wal-Mart

Cons – Worked as daytime Logistics team member. could have used extra help at times, mainly a one person job though

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

Current Employee – been working at Target part-time for more than a year

Pros – I work with great people.

Cons – The pay absolutely sucks and is not competative.

No, I would not recommend this company to a friend

Current Employee – been working at Target full-time for more than 7 years

Pros – Great company, good vision, stable

Cons – Work/life balance and expectations of daily hours

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

Current Employee – been working at Target part-time for more than a year

Pros – Nice work environment. Good hours.

Cons – Gets very busy near holidays

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

Current Employee – been working at Target full-time for more than a year

Pros – Focus on development
Great benefits
Constant opportunities for advancement

Cons – Working a retail schedule
More time spent as a manager on duty than in actual assigned role
"Ken and Barbie" atmosphere -- more focus on image and supposed diversity than on loyalty

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company