I applied in-person. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at JCPenney (Bay Shore, NY) in Sept 2014
Interview
I was interviewed by both the manager of operations and the department manager. Strangely, it gave me more confidence and I did really well. They alternated in asking me questions about my experience with jewelry sales, emphasizing the sales portion, and asked me specific things about why I would like to work in jewelry again. It was a pretty quick process for me and I think my confidence helped speed things along because we had so many things in common the it flowed more like a conversation than a normal interview. Not sure if they normally do interviews with two interviewers, but it sure helped take the pressure off of me and there were little to no chances for awkward silences.
I applied in-person. I interviewed at JCPenney in Oct 2019
Interview
It was quick and easy but then the follow up interview was all bad. They misplaced my application. On the day of my orientation I was asked to return home and reapply. I didn't proceed with the job as they didn’t seem to be too concerned about my resume/application and previous interview notes (personal information) going missing.
I applied online. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at JCPenney in Mar 2019
Interview
It was a group interview. During it we were all asked to sale a product or a event. If selling is difficult for you, you will end up as a cashier. After a good sales pitch I was offered to selling positions in furniture and mattress or jewelry.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
to pitch them on a event to bring in more customers
I applied online. I interviewed at JCPenney (Victorville, CA) in Sept 2016
Interview
The interview process was the best I've ever experienced. J C Penney is innovative and different, when it comes to interviewing. It's more of a hands on than just sitting down and answering the interviewer's questions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I was asked if we carry a black jacket? Do you guys carry flannel shirts?