I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at JCPenney (Dallas, TX)
Interview
I applied to the position and was contacted shortly for a phone interview. The lasted about 30 minutes and was done by the HR department. They then followed up for an in person interview. They were VERY accommodating of my crazy current work schedule. I then interviewed with 5 people at their corporate office for 30 minutes each. I was able to meet HR as well as quite a few different heads of the departments. This was fantastic for me to get to know the feel of each of the groups I was potentially interviewing to be with. A few days later they had me interview with the VP of merchandising for that department. He was so passionate. Everyone was so nice and helpful. I would say it was difficult only because it went so quickly and you have to impress a lot of people. But if you speak confidently and know how to respond well in interviews it should be no trouble!
Interview questions [3]
Question 1
Tell me about a time you did something that was not asked of you.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at JCPenney (Plano, TX) in Feb 2023
Interview
Series of interviews with both HR and Buying Teams, all done virtual. Some have the standard interview questions that you expect to answer. All of them are very open to answer any questions you have for them. You are not left wondering anything. Very positive experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time that you went above and beyond in your role?
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at JCPenney (Plano, TX) in Nov 2022
Interview
Before the interview process I was given interview prep and after the completion of the prep the schedule team meeting with HR and multiple buyer to see what a good fit you are on what team that had an opening position.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me a time that you missed a deadline and what did you do to overtime it?
I applied through other source. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at JCPenney (Dallas, TX) in Feb 2022
Interview
The interview process was well structured comfortable, yet professional while on a video interview. The time schedule ran very smoothly and on time with three interviews within two hours. Nice.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What was a reason for looking at JCP as a company to work for?