I applied online. The process took 6 days. I interviewed at American Eagle Outfitters (Brooklyn, NY) in Jun 2013
Interview
When i first arrived to the interview, the interviewer asked me where did i get my pants. i told him that i got them at Dr.Jays; they were pink jeggings in style for the spring, i paired it with a black tee and burgundy jacket/blazer.
He asked me what is my favorite designer? i responded with Calvin Klein and Alexander Wang, a.w. because my college classes were in the same building as their loft.
Next question: style? Tomboyish, Slightly femenine, and preppy.
What can i bring to the company? [it was a new store that i was applying for] 'leadership, teamwork, motivation, time management and organization.' i have exp in community org so i explained that i have exp speaking to new people and working on a deadline.
Next day i sent a Thank You letter by email restating my accomplishments, my college major business and my work experience.
got a call back thursday and friday but was not near to answer. didnt get an another callback till monday when they told me that i got the job and was going to be sent forms about the new store and starting day.
I interviewed at American Eagle Outfitters (Victor, NY)
Interview
Very chill. Wear something that they would sell at AEO, don't wear full business attire. They asked very standard questions and hired me on the spot. They just want to get to know you and aren't testing any sales skills.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What American Eagle product do you connect with the most?
I interviewed at American Eagle Outfitters (Bridgewater, NJ)
Interview
-pretty easy, went inside for an interview and they asked me about my experience. They then made me try on a bunch of clothes and taught me how to fold them.
I interviewed at American Eagle Outfitters (Ridgeland, MS)
Interview
Easy interview with manager. We spoke outside about expectations. She was kind and understanding. I interviewed with a couple of people there too. Went over schedule etc. very straight forward and easy
American Eagle Outfitters interviews FAQs
Sales Associate applicants have rated the interview process at American Eagle Outfitters with 1.9 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 78% positive. To compare, the company-average is 75.2% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Sales Associate roles take an average of 8 days to get hired, when considering 885 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at American Eagle Outfitters overall takes an average of 10 days.
Common stages of the interview process at American Eagle Outfitters as a Sales Associate according to 885 Glassdoor interviews include:
One on one interview: 33%
Group panel interview: 18%
Personality test: 13%
Background check: 8%
Skills test: 6%
Presentation: 6%
IQ intelligence test: 6%
Drug test: 4%
Phone interview: 3%
Other: 2%
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