I got a call from HR 8 days after applying for the position. It was my first time applying at Uniqlo, and I felt both excited and anxious because it's a big company. Although I applied to a different branch, I was invited to attend the interview at the HQ, which is located in the same building with a Uniqlo's store.
On the interview day, I struggled to find the registration floor, and most of the store staff didn’t seem aware that a group interview was happening. I then realised I hadn’t explained myself clearly and had entered through the store by mistake. I was actually supposed to use the entrance from outside. Luckily, one kind staff member took time out of her busy schedule to guide me there. Thank you very much and I felt sorry I couldn’t properly thank her at the time when I was about to miss the registration session.
At the registration counter, I felt quite unsure and awkward looking at the registration tablet. I didn’t know whose name to select on the tablet as the person I was visiting and ended up asking questions that probably sounded silly. There wasn’t much guidance, so it was confusing for a first-timer like me or perhaps it was just my own oversight. I initially thought I needed to select the name of the branch manager I applied to, but later realised I should have selected the HR person instead. After that, I was given a form to fill out indicating my availability for the position.
The interview process included self-introductions (including why you want to work at Uniqlo), an overview by HR, a group discussion task, and a group interview with one of the branch managers. Although the interview started a bit later than scheduled, overall it was a valuable learning experience. I hope Uniqlo considers providing clearer instructions for future candidates. We also received our interview results at the end of the day, which was impressively efficient.
I hope this post helps anyone preparing for their first interview with Uniqlo. Best of luck!