I use to be proud to tell people I worked for JCPenney. - Business Analyst II JCPenney Employee Review

2.0
1 Aug 2012
Recommend
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Pros

If you're young, I believe JCPenney is a great place to start. You will gain plenty of experience to take to your next job. Although, be prepared to work long hours.

Cons

Associates are expected to work very long hours which means no work /life balance. Medical benefits are awful very high deductibles.

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5.0
4 Mar 2026
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Pros

laid back work environment for a college student

Cons

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5.0
4 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

If you like working early morning hours and getting off early in the afternoon (which I do) this is a great part-time job. I was a college student when I worked here so it worked perfectly with my schedule. The pay is pretty decent and the people you work with are friendly.

Cons

Only real downside is that it's retail. You're going to run into some rude customers from time to time. There's always work to do and not enough time given to do it sometimes. But as long as you work hard and managers see that you're trying your best there isn't too much pressure put on you.

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