The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Macy's (New York, NY) in June 2011
Interview
I applied online and received an email to set up an interview the next day. Overall the interview went well, I was asked a series of traditional questions, and asked some of my own. The interviewing person was very friendly. At the completion of my interview she walked out and came back in and told me that she was going to give my application to the department manager and I should hear something back within a week- a week and a half. I'm being very hopeful because I feel the interview went well. I interviewed yesterday, so now I'm patiently waiting.
Was interviewed for a seasonal position. Was told they have no seasonal positions, once they found out I was a college student. Made no sense to me quickly ended the interview.
The interview process was straightforward and fairly quick. It started with a phone interview from a recruiter or hiring representative who asked general questions about my background, availability, and interest in the role. The tone was professional but conversational, and the interviewer focused on making sure I could handle a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
I had one interview with the store manager and it lasted for about 45 minutes. The interview was all standard behavioral questions. I was offered the job on the spot.