I applied through other source. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at JCPenney (Hampton, VA) in Oct 2013
Interview
I applied during the holiday season, so we got a group interview. It was pretty interesting. Instead of going around asking bland questions, the two interviewers had us play games. The games tended to focus on teamwork and highlighting leadership skills. The interview was round based, the went round by round and eliminated people until they had roughly 4 of us out of the original 9 or so. We also had to write a sales pitch and individually pitch it to the interviewers, afterwards teaming up and picking one that we had to work together to pitch to the interviewers a second time. DON'T get nervous, it shows.
Easy, got hired in 1 week and was able to start as soon as possible. It was a good process and I liked the people I interviewed with. The culture is off to a positive start.
I applied online. I interviewed at JCPenney in Oct 2025
Interview
Pretty easy going, lasted about 20 minutes, Interview questions mixed with questions about scheduling and desired about of hours. Completed a tour and discussed the role, along with cross training
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a time where you had to address conflict in the workplace.
The interview process begins with an initial screening to review qualifications and experience. Selected candidates then participate in one or more interviews with the hiring team, which may include behavioral and role-specific questions. Final candidates may be asked to complete an assessment or meet with senior stakeholders before a hiring decision is made. Candidates are kept informed throughout the process.