I applied online. The process took 6 weeks. I interviewed at Amazon (Los Angeles, CA) in Jan 2015
Interview
Classic few phone interviews and then an in person interview with four separate interviewers consisting of 45 minutes maximum each at a facility. Fairly straight forward and simple. An understanding of mathematics is helpful; however, if you can explain how you would go about the answer that is also helpful.
I applied through college or university. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Amazon in Oct 2014
Interview
On campus.
Two round interview. Each round consist of back-to-back interview with two interviewer.
When the first round interview end, you will get result at the end of day. You will be invited to the second round interview. Experiences are priority, focus on leadership and communication skills.
The whole interview also focus on 14 leadership principals. Which can be easily found in the website. Remember all of these.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Basic Behavior question, talked about your resume and experience.
I applied online. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at Amazon (Phoneton, OH) in Feb 2015
Interview
Started out by asking me to walk the interviewer through my resume. The key point here is that because I did not include dates to correspond with my very extensive work experience the interviewer was clearly trying to determine my age. Sad but true. He never specifically asked my age. I believe that when he decided I was older than the "typical" applicant the remainder of the interview was more of an exercise in courtesy. There was a distinct change in the tone and tenor of the interview from this point on. I was well prepared and qualified. I have not yet received a response either negative or positive at this time.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What Amazon coorporate leadership principals did I feel most matched my person, my work experience and why. The list is on their site.
Asked what I knew about the company culture.
They asked probing questions trying to determine how you would handle a particular glitch in the process or activity . Looking for you thought process.
Stressed safety first.
Can you give me an example of a time you improved a process. Then explain.