I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Amazon (Lebanon, TN) in July 2012
Interview
I applied online and was sent an email to schedule a phone interview. I scheduled it for the following day. The recruiter called me a little bit early so try to be ready at least a half hour before your scheduled time. The lady who interviewed me was nice and polite, she made me feel really comfortable. Here are a few of the questions she asked:
1. Why do you want to work for amazon?
2. How do you practice safety in the workplace?
3. How do you "keep up the pace" when you have a lot to get done?
4. Give an example of how you dealt with a confrontation at work?
5. Describe a time when you worked on a task without being told to do it?
6. What shifts do you prefer to work?
7. What do you already know about the position you applied for?
Overall the phone interview was very quick and went smoothly. Most of the questions were straight forward and were asked in a conversational style. I was told I needed to fax proof of highschool or college graduation. They said they would contact me via email if I am invited to the in-person interview. Wish me luck!
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
"Explain how you keep up the pace." I was taken off guard by this question and asked her to be more specific.
Not too bad pretty easy and straightforward, simple question surrounding handling and moving. Make sure you know basic safety rules as they will ask you, for example how do you carry heavy items.
Apply online, go to the on-site office for oral drug swab and ID picture. Start date is assigned once background check comes back. The actual start date will depend on how fast the check comes back but isn't normally delayed.
Very simple and straight forward. Drug Test and Valid ID. Very few forms to to complete and a very short waiting time. The staff was very professional and efficient. Helped you with any questions or parts that you were unsure about.
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