I applied through an employee referral. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Costco Wholesale in July 2014
Interview
Applied online, but needed a referral from one of the managers i spoke with to get an interview. Had three separate interviews, one basic phone interview to learn more about you, one with two managers asking questions off of a printed set of questions, and one very relaxed one with the Warehouse Manager who asked three very basic questions. At the end of my third interview he told me they wanted to hire me and we did the drug test immediately after.
I applied in-person. I interviewed at Costco Wholesale in May 2026
Interview
Three rounds of interviews. If you're lucky, you'll do two rounds because two managers in the room are two interviews. Then the final interview is with the warehouse manager. Be on time; I cannot stress that enough, as Costco is a very time-sensitive type of position. You only have a three-minute grace period to clock in at your normal hours. Emphasize that you are very prompt and are ready to work through the probation period.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why did you choose Costco?
Tell me about a time about working with a difficult coworker
What was a urgent problem you had to face and what was the result?
3 different interviews with different managers process took a while but actual interviews were quick and easy. Did have to call and follow up a lot in order to keep the process moving.
Pretty standard process, arrive at store location and interview with hiring manager. Manager was prompt and knowledgeable, thanked me for being on time. Asked good questions and gave me room to answer sufficiently.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you rlassess your ability to deal with sudden changes in workflow necessity?