The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Amazon in May 2011
Interview
The interview process was a great experience. The recruiter told me to research a math flow problem and be prepared. I did my research. However, all the math flow problems I prepared for was not the one I was asked. Come to find out from other candidates, their recruiter actually gave them the math flow problem a day prior. So they were prepared and probably received an offer. Oh well I can chaulk it up to an experience. I don't understand why amazon gives a math flow problem to see people's problem solving skills but gives the questions to certain candidates in advance. After the math flow problem, I met one on one with an operations manager, then an area manager and my final interview was with a general manager. I'm wonderiing if the recruiters are in competition to receive a commision on successful hires. To me that's not really showing ones abilities to think on the spot Overall, I was not impressed with the area recruiter that contacted me for the phone interview. However, the HR reepresenatives from corporate were great. I was disappointed that I was not offered a position. I know I would have been a great addition to their team. However, their management team thought otherwise. Time to hit the unemployment line or I will be another homeless vet!
I applied online. I interviewed at Amazon (Stamford, CT)
Interview
Extremely unprofessional in my opinion. Talked to 3 different people, all of whom were wearing old sweatshirts and not looking at the camera. As I was sitting on zoom in a suit jacket, did not feel at all a place I would be valued at.
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Question 1
Conflict between coworkers, how would you approach resolving?
or an Amazon Level 4 (L4) Area Manager phone interview, you will face 2 to 3 main behavioral questions, alongside a highly possible operational math screening question. Because L4 is typically an entry-level management role (often targeted at recent college graduates or individuals with early-stage leadership experience), the focus shifts heavily toward potential, basic problem-solving, and your ability to lead groups of people
STAR method is a must. very results focused so add what you contributed. had 3 back to back interviews that were quick and they spent most of the time reading and taking notes