I applied online. The process took 1+ week. I interviewed at Amazon (Middletown, DE) in Aug 2013
Interview
I applied online as a temp through ISS Agency and after I passed everything I was able to schedule an interview. I arrived and there were 6 stages. (You must have your ID, SS Card or similar documentation and GED/HS Diploma)
Stage 1: Sign in at desk
Stage 2: Go to a computer to enter your personal info.
Stage 3: Go to another computer and identify 20 products that were on a cardboard box. (its really easy, if you don't pass this, no interview)
Stage 4: Go to another computer and enter personal info again.
Stage 5: Look at some video about Amazon while you and others wait to be interviewed one-on-one
Stage 6: The actual interview; very simple. They ask why you want to work there, which position and shift you prefer. Give you a mouth swab for a drug test, perform a background check. If anything is available for your availability you will be given a Start Date, Shift, Position, Hourly Pay Info and Orientation Date.
PS: Apply early to get the shift that is best for you.
I applied in-person. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Amazon (Chattanooga, TN) in Oct 2011
Interview
Hired direct upon company opening new building in October of 2011. Was time tested on skill to verify accuracy of items. If this was not passed in the allotted time you were excused and could only apply as a temp with Integrity Associates. After passing skill test there was a short interview followed by a drug test.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Can you work in a building that exceeds 90 degrees or more for 10 hours?