I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Macy's (Houston, TX) in Dec 2009
Interview
Filled out an application online, within a week got an email to schedule interview online, arrived at human resources. The interview was not at my scheduled time because there were a number of people waiting. Filled another application (seemed repetitious to me but it was required even though I already filled out something similiar at home). The interviewer read a set of questions from a sheet. The interview was pleasant, and I felt comfortable. The interviewer asked general questions. (How would you deal with a difficult customer, what would you do if someone put money from cash register in their pocket?). I was also asked about my availability. One question that stood out was, "Sell me your outfit." I was hired the same day, and interviewer and HR staff did a good job of going through the paperwork. Orientation was scheduled. I also had to schedule a day to watch videos. The HR staff was professional and had good communication skills. Orientation was informative.
The process took 5 days. I interviewed at Macy's in Nov 2009
Interview
Got a group interview under the seasonal hiring period-November. About 15 people came in, while the Hiring Manager discussed alll logistics, such as how hectic it can be during the season. Might be atypical, but they took each person individually and asked them which department they wanted to work in. I was under the impression most, if not all, were hired, even though some weren't even dressed professionally.
I applied in-person. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Macy's in Jun 2008
Interview
I walked into the store, spent 45 minutes filling out a survey, then met with an HR representative to discuss positions available that I would be interested in. I was scheduled for an interview that same day with the selling manager and was given an offer immediately. Everyone was very friendly, almost "perky."
Interview questions [2]
Question 1
Describe a time when you went out of your way for a customer.