Never work here.. - Senior Java Developer Sears Employee Review

1.0
Feb 2, 2010
Recommend
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Pros

Option to telecommute from home Project involving various technologies. Good job for entry level graduates Coworkers are nice Nice to have Sears name on you resume.

Cons

1) Pay is not good. Not even compatible to other companies in the market 2) There are no promotions based on performance but rather how swiftly you can butter your boss 3) No praise or good work or projects done 4) Online business unit is terrible.There is no work life balance at all . You will be working 24/7 without any raise or appreciations.

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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
Jun 19, 2026
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Pros

Working at Sears allowed us to develop strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills in a retail environment. We gained experience assisting customers, handling transactions, managing merchandise, and working as part of a team to meet sales and operational goals. The position also helped us improve time management, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting while maintaining a positive attitude toward customers and coworkers.

Cons

One challenge of working at Sears was managing periods of high customer traffic, which could be stressful and demanding. We occasionally faced difficult customer interactions, changing sales expectations, and the need to balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, retail schedules often required evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, which could affect our work-life balance.

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