I applied online. The process took 1+ week. I interviewed at Lowe's Home Improvement in June 2012
Interview
What a joke. The online application was unbearable. First, they want your S.S. # and your DOB, why they need this information before anyone even speaks to you is a mystery to me. Their online application features an 85-question "personality test" that's idiotic even by personality test standards. I finally received a call from one of their HR people, a bunch of basic perfunctory questions and a "we'll let you know" which never happened. What a waste of time.
I interviewed at Lowe's Home Improvement (Zephyrhills, FL)
Interview
Rather easy interview process. There were only a handful of questions that were pretty standard for a retail position. When the interview was scheduled, I was told it was one person, but ended up being another person conducting the interview, which wasn't a big deal, but when you go in to the place it's nice to ask for the correct person.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
When was a time that you've gone above and beyond for a customer?
It was Easy and I was able to get the job done. It was a good experience and I had a great time. Questions asked were about my experience with home improvement.
Pretty easy interview. Basic questions about work history. What experience you have pertaining to the role. A few scenario questions about customer interaction and teamwork. Pretty much show confidence you can handle the job.