I applied in-person. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Primark (Bedford, England)
Interview
Prior to the store officially opening I attended a mass recruitment day with literally hundreds of interested individuals. We had to watch some films regarding Primark's policies and fundamental beliefs. We had to complete a questionnaire and participate in group sessions by which people were either eliminated or went through to the next stage. We were posed questions such as: Name your strengths and weaknesses. And If you were an animal what would you be and why? Finally we were individually interviewed by a member of Primark's Management team and asked bog-standard questions resulting in a follow-up telephone call to be informed if we had been successful or not. The interview process occurred at a local Hotel and refreshments provided which was a bonus.
Interview questions [2]
Question 1
I was asked what my strengths and weaknesses were.
There is a standard checklist that they follow. You answer basic, straightforward questions you would expect and are scored as a result. It is very easy to prepare for. You are scored on a rating scale, I believe numerical!
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would your former or current boss describe you?
Very simple and straightforward questions. Nothing challenging. Took place in an empty office with no distractions. Questions mainly about my skills and why I was suitable for the role. Took around 30 mins to an hour.
It was a group interview initially then we were taken to have a one to one. After which we basically had a trial shift for a couple of hours. They spoke to us about working with the business and allowed us to ask questions
