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      General Merchandise Expert Interview

      13 Oct 2020
      Anonymous interview candidate
      Declined offer
      Positive experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I applied online. I interviewed at Target in Oct 2020

      Interview

      It was a straightforward interview with no curveball questions. Mine was conducted using HireVue due to covid concerns. It may be daunting using HireVue if you are uncomfortable recording yourself answering questions without conversating with another human.

      Interview questions [5]

      Question 1

      Tell me about your background, relevant work experience and why you want this positon.
      Answer question

      Question 2

      What was a situation where you exceeded the needs or expectations of someone? Describe situation, action and outcome.
      Answer question

      Question 3

      What was a time where you had to make a major change in your daily routine to meet a goal? Describe situation, action and outcome.
      Answer question

      Question 4

      What was a time where you had to meet a goal under time constraints? Describe situation, action and outcome.
      Answer question

      Question 5

      What was a time when you had a disagreement with a coworker or peer about/during the process of meeting a goal? Describe situation, action and outcome.
      Answer question
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      Other General Merchandise Expert interview reviews for Target

      General Merchandise Expert Interview

      25 Apr 2026
      Anonymous employee
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I interviewed at Target

      Interview

      Virtual Interview, questions revolve around leadership and responsibilities. Prior to the interview there is a behavioral online assessment. Orientation is in person and usually in a group. Will spend your first day shadowing and completing training videos.

      General Merchandise Expert Interview

      2 Feb 2026
      Anonymous employee
      Avon, OH
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I applied online. I interviewed at Target (Avon, OH)

      Interview

      The interview process at Target was very straightforward and conversational. I was asked to talk about myself and my prior retail experience, discuss my availability, and highlight my strongest qualities. The focus was on understanding my customer service skills, work ethic, and overall fit for the role.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      They asked how I handle difficult or challenging tasks.
      Answer question
      1

      General Merchandise Expert Interview

      12 Jan 2026
      Anonymous employee
      Carmichael, CA
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I interviewed at Target (Carmichael, CA)

      Interview

      All completed online with prerecorded videos that can be completed on your computer or phone with three tries per question. Once the interviews are completed, Target will inform you that you either received a job offer or you did not. If you accept, you begin training shortly.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Describe a situation when you went beyond your job description to help somebody?
      Answer question