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      Cosmetics Sales Associate Interview

      15 Sept 2015
      Anonymous interview candidate
      New York, NY
      No offer
      Negative experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Macy's (New York, NY) in Jul 2015

      Interview

      It was my first interview ever. I was too nervous. My palms were clammy and when I shook the hand of the lady interviewing me she wiped her hand on her pants, which made me even more anxious. She asked me some questions that were typical but I did not expect as it was my first interview and I was under prepared. I took huuuuge pauses before answering some questions and bumbled over my words for other questions. It was obvious I made up answers on the spot for some questions. The whole time I knew I was sinking! The fact that I was obviously doing so bad just made me even more nervous and my forehead was sweating. I answered the questions specific to cosmetic sales well but I guess my answers to the other more vague questions could not be rectified. This lady was very unimpressed with me, haha. At the end of the interview she just closed her folder, said she'd forward my application to the manager of cosmetic sales, to expect a response by email soon, and goodbye. She gave me this paper thin smile that did not reach her eyes and I knew at that moment I was never going to hear from Macy's LOL. To top it off when I shook her hand again she had to wipe it away again. I just want to say that my interviewer was a bit rude, but maybe she would have been nicer if I had not messed up so much. I did end up hearing from Macy's a few days later...and I was not accepted, believe it or not lol.

      Interview questions [2]

      Question 1

      If you could be any animal what would you be?
      Answer question

      Question 2

      Describe a time you helped out a friend and how it made you feel.
      Answer question

      Other Cosmetics Sales Associate interview reviews for Macy's

      Cosmetics Sales Associate Interview

      5 Dec 2025
      Anonymous employee
      San Antonio, TX
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Macy's (San Antonio, TX)

      Interview

      I worked at Macy's in the late 2010s. The cosmetics manager asked me several questions. A few questions were difficult, like asking about what I would do if I saw a coworker stealing, but most were straightforward. She was also very respectful and supportive since I was unsure how to answer a few of the questions. They know that you need time to learn. Overall, it was a great experience for a beginner applicant.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      How would you handle a situation in which you saw a coworker stealing?
      Answer question

      Cosmetics Sales Associate Interview

      26 Jul 2023
      Anonymous interview candidate
      Boca Raton, FL
      No offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Cosmetics Sales Associate Interview

      29 Mar 2023
      Anonymous employee
      Syracuse, NY
      Accepted offer
      Neutral experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I applied online. I interviewed at Macy's (Boca Raton, FL) in Jul 2023

      Interview

      They used hirevue wuth 70 question and answer part A video 4 question . I have been working at macys for 10 years. I have been an grand achiever. Make my reward goals and gift goals . I have made over 2,35000.00 in sales at cosmeics. When I made an application they say that I didnot qualify. This is such a joke.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      My resume alligned with thr job qualufication.
      Answer question

      Application

      I applied online. I interviewed at Macy's (Syracuse, NY) in Sept 2021

      Interview

      It was very easy and relaxed . Asked me basic questions , nothing difficult . Interview was very pleasant and was eager to find someone to work in the department.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Why I want to work in cosmetology?
      1 Answer