I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Fendi (New York, NY) in May 2011
Interview
Initial contact was made through the HR department. Met with direct supervisor to discuss the position and its needs. Interview was very straightforward - nothing unexpected. Oddly, not much was asked about my background; only a few technical questions were asked, and the remainder of the time focused on describing the position and the department. Interview took roughly one hour.
Received offer roughly one week later.
Started with a group interview with other candidates which was strange. Overall a positive experience but it was awkward to hear other people’s answers and switch interviewers every 20-30 minutes.
I interviewed for an internship and, unfortunately, the experience wasn’t great. I sat waiting for over half an hour for the interviewer to join our scheduled video call, but no one showed up or notified me of any change. I was later told there had been a scheduling conflict, and the interview was rescheduled. While I appreciated the apology and second meeting, I never received any update or outcome afterward, despite being told I would hear back by a certain date.
I expected clearer communication and more respect for candidates' time for a company of this scale. Hopefully, this is something they improve moving forward.
A group interview where you and other people are asked the same question and take turns answering questions. The questions were not super relevant to the role and it's awkward having other candidates in the same online zoom room.