I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Target (Miami, FL) in Dec 2007
Interview
Personally, my first interview was with the district manager. There was no interview guide and it was a very relaxed atmosphere. The interview was focused on explaining the store hierarchy and what the different positions in the store do. He then went on to talk about leadership and what it means to different people. Ultimately, what he was looking for is your definition of leadership and if it fits with their vision. After that, he scheduled me for a round of interviews the next day. Some executives get a phone interview first and then they are scheduled for the round of interviews.
The round of interviews consists of 3 interviews. They are performed by 3 store managers. Each interview has its own interview guide and it is more formal. The interview guides are based on evaluating different qualities of leadership. The one question all the store managers ask about you is if you can run a store and if they would work for you? That means if they would enjoy having you as there boss.
After this, you get an invitation to take a personality test online. Sometimes the test is before the phone interview. If everything goes well, you will receive a call with an offer.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time that you had to assume responsability for something that you did wrong?
Got the interview from a career fair. Met with one person who handled hiring and had a great conversation and had one other phone interview. Asked me relevant questions and I was excited about the role
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What do you think would make you a good fit for this role?
I applied through college or university. I interviewed at Target (Charlotte, NC)
Interview
It was a two step interview process. Personable and you are able to interview with not only your direct managers but theirs as well. Provides transparency into your new team. My interview was virtual because I was moving to the area, but I'm sure they do in person for local folks.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Star format- they want a story for each accomplishment they inquire about.
The interview was straightforward and to the point. Situation based interview, what would you do in this certain scenario. Interviewer was very friendly, and welcoming. They want to make sure that you have what it takes to be a leader
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Name a time where you worked on a team with different people