overall work is easy and non-stressful - Retail Associate JCPenney Employee Review

3.0
26 Aug 2010
Recommend
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Pros

They have benefits that include paid time off which is rare these days. Also, there are many departments you can move to if you want a change.

Cons

I wish they were more competitive in overall pay rates compared to places like Macy's. I would make it a long-term career if so.

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5.0
4 Mar 2026
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Pros

laid back work environment for a college student

Cons

salary stayed the same throughout the years

3.0
25 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

its a good starter job for someone in high school

Cons

schedule would change at the drop of a hat without being asked about availability. supervisors never answered their phones if you needed to contact them

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