Not even worth working at as a part time job! Only apply if you want to be a seasonal hire! - Anonymous employee Sears Employee Review

1.0
19 Oct 2013
Anonymous employee
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Pros

-Some of the people are nice/funny. -Free food sometimes (but it's not the healthiest!). -20% discount off of apparel (includes markdowns!). -If you're a MCA, you know what the sales/markdowns are before everyone else. -I learned the basics of visual merchandising.

Cons

-Won't pay their MCAs (even if you have a degree!) anything though the MCAs do all the work. -a raise freeze is going on (though some how the leads can get raises & promotions??? ::side eye::), so this obviously means there will be disloyal employees and a very high turnover. -No good benefits. -Unprofessional management! -No opportunities for advancement at all. -Unrealistic daily goals. -Unethical business & hiring practices.

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5.0
10 Jun 2026
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Pros

Good team and good compensation

Cons

The contract is only for 30 days, so it needs to be renewed every month, and we always lose access during the process. This creates some uncertainty for us.

4.0
19 Jun 2026
Anonymous temporary employee
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Pros

Working at Sears allowed us to develop strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills in a retail environment. We gained experience assisting customers, handling transactions, managing merchandise, and working as part of a team to meet sales and operational goals. The position also helped us improve time management, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting while maintaining a positive attitude toward customers and coworkers.

Cons

One challenge of working at Sears was managing periods of high customer traffic, which could be stressful and demanding. We occasionally faced difficult customer interactions, changing sales expectations, and the need to balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, retail schedules often required evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, which could affect our work-life balance.

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