1) Tell us about yourself?Talk about how your previous and current work experience will help you on the job you are interviewing for.Discuss your future goals and make sure these goals align with JCPenney’s business objectives.2) What can you tell us about JCPenney’s?The founder of the company is James Cash Penney.JCPenney has approximately 875 stores across the United States and Puerto Rico.JCPenney was founded in 1902.The headquarters are in Plano Texas.JCPenney offers customers a credit card.3) Why do you want to work for JCPenney’s?Mention why you like shopping at JCPenney’s and also state why you think it is better than their competitors.JCPenney has a program to invest in children’s nutrition and that no child should go hungry. Mention you would be happy to represent them because of the no child should go hungry initiative.
Easy, got hired in 1 week and was able to start as soon as possible. It was a good process and I liked the people I interviewed with. The culture is off to a positive start.
The interview process begins with an initial screening to review qualifications and experience. Selected candidates then participate in one or more interviews with the hiring team, which may include behavioral and role-specific questions. Final candidates may be asked to complete an assessment or meet with senior stakeholders before a hiring decision is made. Candidates are kept informed throughout the process.
I applied online. I interviewed at JCPenney in Oct 2025
Interview
Pretty easy going, lasted about 20 minutes, Interview questions mixed with questions about scheduling and desired about of hours. Completed a tour and discussed the role, along with cross training
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a time where you had to address conflict in the workplace.