I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Sephora (Cherry Hill, NJ) in Oct 2013
Interview
After the initial group interview I was called back for a makeup demo.
After arriving I was taken back and interviewed by the store manager. Basic questions...style influences, interests, career goals, etc.
I was then taken out to the floor and stood there as the manager asked several customers for makeup application demo by me. After 5 minutes he selects a woman who did not seem at all interested or thrilled with the idea. As I was applying her makeup he was busy running around picking out make up and brushes for me to use. The technique I used required water to moisten the brush for liner. No water at the station...he goes to get some. This whole time I was talking to this lovely lady asking her what she did for a living, etc. I finished her look and was taken out into the mall and sat down. He told me my technique was good but I didn't talk to her. I told him I did and what I asked and her replies. He asked me more questions and said "Good luck, I will call you next week regardless , and let you know our decision". I never got a call. Maybe because I mentioned I was nervous.
Since that time I have been in that store shopping and saw the same manager. He recognizes me but avoids me. He needs follow up with his interviews. Not professional at all.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What didn't you like about working for your past employer? (loaded question)
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Sephora
Interview
Interview was a group interview and took a long time. Probably 8-10 girls. Asked everyone maybe 10-15 questions. Asked why I chose sephora? Read their mission online it'll really help.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a time a co-worker asked you to bend the rules and what did you do?
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Sephora in Jun 2014
Interview
I was contacted within a week of applying for this position to setup a phone interview. The interviewer was very prompt, kind, and easy to talk to. I interviewed with another SEO Marketing Associate a week later, who was also prompt and happy to answer my questions about the role. Ultimately I was not offered the job, but I was left with a very positive attitude towards Sephora and I am glad to have met the kinds of people I'd like to work with.