Area Manager I applicants have rated the interview process at Amazon with 4 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 61.5% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
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I applied through college or university. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Amazon (Los Angeles, CA)
Interview
I applied, was selected and Interview was held on campus of a university. Was screened 1 on 1 and then asked basic questions the questions ranged from why amazon to tell me about yourself and resume, also examples of leadership etc. Followed by a basic math test. After the math test, I was told that I was recommended for the next round. The overall process was very easy. You could get the math problem wrong but you need to be able to explain the process and be able to think on your toes.
The process was really straight forward. They called four days in advance to arrange the time for the telephone interview. They were very punctual and on time. When the telephone interview started, the interviewer said a lot about the company,the key principles, what are the benefits of working there, what they are looking for, what other opportunities-job positions i may consider. It helped take the edge off and give a feeling of a relaxed conversation. Later on, they asked questions on my educational background and my personal skills.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Amazon (Columbia, SC) in Nov 2012
Interview
It is hard to get a feel for how you are doing. The recruiter is supportive in person and on the phone, but sometimes you get the feel that they are the reason that you are not moving forward through the process
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is the largest number of associates that you have directly supervised?