I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Amazon (Los Angeles, CA) in June 2015
Interview
I applied online and got a reply the next day to schedule an appointment for the hiring event. For it's warehouse jobs, it's interview process is the assessment. That is what determines if you fit the job. The hiring event is just a drug test.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
If the manager needed some help, and you're behind on your own work what do you do?
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.