Job Interview Questions: First job interview ever at Wal-Mart?

I'm 16, and am going to have a job interview at Wal-Mart this Tuesday. This is going to be my first real job interview and therefore i'm very anxious that I might screw it up. Any advice on what questions i'm going to be asked, or how to dress? Thanks.

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Good for you for wanting to prepare. The best thing to do is to make sure you aren't caught off guard, so by asking here, it shows that you are already thinking. First of all, do a bit of research about Walmart - Go to their website and do a bit of research - have you seen a job description of the job you are applying to?

This is a quote from Walmart's website "At Walmart Canada, we recognize the value of teamwork, strong leadership and open communication. We strive to create a work environment in which associates are involved and enjoy what they do. " They are looking for people who fit with their missions and goals.

Remember, people like people who SMILE - be friendly, approachable and smile - stand up and shake the interviewer's hand.

Dress - one step up from how you may dress at work - Dress pants, clean button up shirt (blouse for girls), your better shoes (not your grubby runners).

Questions will relate to the skills they are looking for in the job - each question, try to decide what skill they are trying to find out.

"Tell me about yourself" - to answer this, try to decide the most important things you would want them to know about you - you are 16 years old, member of .... team, so you know about teamwork and how important every member to the team is. A real people person.... like being around people.... (can you give example of where you used some of these skills?)

They may ask you about strengths (choose something that is really useful in the job you are applying for), weaknesses (tell them about something that will not detract from them, but at the same time tell them what you have learned and how you are working on improving the strength.)

Depending on the job, they may ask questions about the types of skills you have and how you learn.

They may ask you to tell them about a time when.... you were a member of a team .... had too many things to do.... had a conflict with someone..... what would you do if you had to deal with an unhappy customer....

What keys are they looking for: Teamwork, cooperation, every member is important...

Too many things to do? Organizational skills, prioritizing, asking for help so you don't get behind, letting the supervisor know, making yourself available when others are too busy

Conflict? How do you deal with stress, can you negotiate, cooperate, handle pressure?

Unhappy customer? Policies, try to help, do everything you can to make sure the customer is happy, find a supervisor or someone who has authority....

Each of these questions is trying to find different skills - to answer these,prepare yourself by thinking about stories - describe a situation, what was your role, what you did, and how the situation turned out (try to keep everything positive - use only positive language)

Is there somewhere at school where you can go for a mock interview or interview preparation?

Good luck with your interview!!!

Karen Girard, CCDP, CEIP
www.careerplanningforstudents.com

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• Oh fun! Rue21, i love that place.
  I would wear something a little funky, since that store is you know.. a little funky.
  Maybe some cute holey jeans, and a dressy shirt maybe with some converse
  or some boots! Wear bright jewerly to get there attention.


• For dress, something professional. Skirt or dark pants with a suit jacket. Simple makeup and no flashy jewelry.

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i agree with macey, always dress to impress. don't worry that it's a jeans company, you need to convey the image of being professional. that means black slacks, clean black shoes and a nice dress shirt. (no tshirts!) and considering you're going for management, do dress as a manager would.
good luck!! i hope you get it!

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I have an interview tomorrow, and I am having a bit of trouble with this question..
"Tell me about yourself"
I have a few things I could say but I am not sure how they would connect to one another.
Basically what would be some good things to say for that question, if its for an animal attendant position.

*** I have lots of experience with animals, by the way.
Thanks everyone :)

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What they really want to know: How you developed the skills and qualifications you expressed on your resume, and how well you can articulate your value as a potential employee.

You want to talk about: Work history, skills, education (if you're a recent graduate), areas of expertise, qualities that make you successful on the job, a passion you might have for the job or your chosen profession, and other details that help support your candidacy or likability (e.g., volunteer work, community involvement, people, or experiences you have in common with the interviewer).

DON'T talk about: Your childhood, age, marital status, family, politics, religion, lifestyle, unrelated hobbies, health problems, financial troubles, or any other detail that doesn't support your qualifications for the job. You might share some personal details later, but for this question, keep the focus on your traits as an employee, not as a parent, stamp collector, or migraine sufferer.

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• This is a little off topic but in today's employment environment there are 3 critical steps that must be taken 100% of the time to successful land any job. Unfortunately, more often than not these simple steps are not taken.
  
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• I would wear a nice top and a nice pair of dress pants. Wear some dressy flats or shorter heels.


• Pencil skirt with a nice blouse and some classic heels!


• Definately show that your professional, neat & tidy. So something modest to cover any tattoos you might have. Maybe a white collared shirt and a pencil skirt. If its cold, throw a knit sweater over your shirt and even a trech coat. If you choose to wear heels, make sure closed in heels because most offices prefer closed in shoes. And be sure to pull you hair back into a neat bun or pony tail. This just shows more professionalism, and SMILEEEEEEE ! :) lol
  Good luck (Y)


• ohmigosh. Fleur read my mind. so a nice pencil skirt with a blouse. nothing too crazy with youre make up and hair. if your top and bottom are like more bland colors like gray black or brown wear a brightly colored bag or shoes! good luck with the interveiw. just be yourself!


• Hello CH,
  You could watch this video www.livebusinessdirect.co.uk/2010… which gives advice on how to prepare for an interview and also make a good impression (They also have a lot of other job interview related contents).Regards

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