How to Land a Job at Costco - Costco Retail Job Interview Tips - Costco Interview Questions 

Thank you for showing me how get a job at Costco. I just got hired today, September 24, 2024 thank you again.

Yesterday I had an interview for a seasonal position. I was pretty nervous since I haven't interviewed in over 20 years. They had me sit in the breakroom until exactly my appointment time. I was called in by a supervisor who was super friendly, and I right away felt comfortable. There was another supervisor who was waiting in the room. She was a little more on the serious side but was talking with me like a friend by the end. They had me sign the application I had sent in online and then immediately reviewed my availability, unfortunately they were specifically looking for evenings and weekends, which would not work for me. They asked if I would like to continue with the interview and I said yes (I need the practice). I had binged watched all 3 of Bens Costco videos the day before the interview. I paused after each of the questions (Ben talks fast) and wrote down my answers. Fingers crossed that Costco actually asks these questions. The first thing she said was she did not want to hear "what I would do", but "what I have done", when answering the questions. I can't remember every question asked but they did ask ... Describe a time when I had to work closely with a team to complete a project How I dealt with an angry customer What I did to prepare for the interview Why I wanted to work at Costco and one question that Ben did not talk about which was, What was my experience with safety on the job. Luckily, I had a good response since I had dealt with OSHA on my previous job and learned ALOT. Thank you Ben, I probably would have done awful without coming up with my responses prior to. At the end I felt I did great, they said they were going to send to the manager to try and squeeze me in somewhere that fit my schedule. The interview was exactly 30 mins.

Hi Ben ! I landed both interviews with confidence! My orientation starts tomorrow! Thank you for the insights .

I came across this video over the weekend and I rewatched it until i felt confident enough with my rehearsals. I had my interview today and was hired on the spot. I would highly recommend watching this video along with the other video Ben has about new Costco interview questions. Thanks for your help Ben!

Thanks to watching your videos, I landed the job! I’ve been working there for almost 9 months now as a part time employee. Everyone is super friendly to work with, and their insurance is amazing! I’m now trying to get hired as a full time employee, and I heard they do interview you for that position as well. So now I’m doing research to how to best answer their questions during that interview. But thank you so much for your help!

Thank you so much. I have interview tomorrow 🙏🏻

Thank you so much for this video. I watched video last night. I interviewed today at Costco. I applied their core values and mission statement in all my answers. They loved me. Back to back interviews with 3 managers. Hired on spot. Thanks for the insight.

Had my interview today all 3 and did the drug test awaiting background.... your content was very help and allowed to prepare, looks good at this point Thanks for your content

This was so well delivered, you speak fast but so concisely and comprehensively, it's easy to follow and holds your attention. Well done!

Got my interview at the end of the week. Thanx for the advice, wish me luck!

Thank you so much I followed your two videos and succeeded in getting a job!!!!

Hello, I literally just finished my costco interview and your video was very helpful, here are some questions I remember... Literally the minute they sat down they asked "do you have any questions for us?" I asked 2 questions: what are you expectations of me. And what is your experience as an employee. Then they started asking me questions. 1. Tell me about a time you achieved a goal. 2. Tell me about a time you took on a leadership role without supervision. 3. What would you do if you coworkers was not doing their job 4. Tell me about a time you achieved a goal in a group setting 5. Tell me about a time you couldnt deal with a situation and how did you ask for help 6. Tell me about a time you had to talk to your supervisor about an idea and how did you go about it 7. Why do you want to work for Costco 8. If we call your references right now, what weaknesses will they say you have. 9. Tell me about a time you had to reflect on a mistake you made. Oh and at the end of the second/first stage (I did both at the same time) they asked again if I had any more questions for them, and I asked them 2 more questions: what is there work shift availability and if at any point in the interview they thought i was unqualified for the job (I think they were surprised and really liked this question) Theses are the few I remember😅, lol the interview was almost an hour long (I went through 4 stages lol). Theses questions are a mixture of all stages. They said they really liked me and they would call my references and get back to me in two days.

Thank you Ben! I appreciate the information! I look forward to more videos.

Ben, I'm such a fan of your energy! I've applied online and hopefully, I'll get a call. I've been out of the workforce for around 18 years and I've noticed it's very difficult to get back in since mostly every employer asks for at least three years of recent experience. I wanted to work for Costco because it's a place I'm familiar with, been a member for 9 yrs now. I love to shop at Costco as a consumer, yet I have to say when you mentioned Costco's customer service, whenever I need help with an item, there isn't an employee in sight to help me. I've always had to go to the front where I can see what I'm guessing are supervisors talking and I feel very uncomfortable having to interrupt their conversation. I understand Costco is a very fast-paced environment, but as a member who needs assistance, it can be very chaotic and stressful. I shop frequently at Costco, and I have to say the cashiers don't greet or smile, and neither do their assistants. It's all about how they can check a member out and on to the next. It takes a few seconds to greet and smile, it's too bad I don't see that anymore.

Thanks for this content. I haven't interviewed in a while and this was pretty thorough and easy to follow along.

Hi ,Ben ! I’m applying for the Supervisor in Training and I’m feeling it ! It’s gonna happen and I hope I’ll get it . I’ve learned so much about my company through you . I’m ready ! Cheers from Austin Texas ! Claudia !

Thank you for your time to do post it. I am a person who is preparing to be hired by Costco. Thanks again !

I been binge watching this video for awhile now since Its very helpful

Thank you so much Ben! I got the job and start as soon as my background check clears I’m so excited!

got past the first interview i have my second one today with the boss!!

thank you found it so beneficial!!! going to second interview

Watching this right now, I have a Costco second interview coming up. Thanks so much for this information. Wish me luck❤

Hi Ben, I’m new to your channel. I retired from my career 9 months ago & want to work part time at either Costco or Apple because we spend time, regularly, at both places & I enjoy the energy there! I also like their benefits & perks! But I have not had to apply nor interview for a job in over 20 years! So, this is great! I found it extremely helpful! I took many notes & now feel like I’ll be better prepared for any interview! Thanks so much! 🙂

Hello Ben I am happy to say I landed a job at Costco thanks for the help

Damn fine advice! I’m ready to hire you myself. 😂

Hey brother ! Hello I am so proud of this video

Good idea Love your videos

Ben, your Star is very familiar with what I teach my students, What, why and result with why and result being far more important than the what. Too many focus on what they do with no understanding of why and the result expected. I'm looking this over to help my wife prepare for her Costco Interview. Nice summary!

Thanks for this, I got an interview in 2days

I got turned down from a Costco when I should of looked at this video last week good thing another costco called me today for a job interview I will come prepared this time. I do have one thing in mind when the interview questions are done, the manager says what question you have for me. What are some good one question I can tell him.

Thank you so much

I had a phone interview with Costco over the weekend. From there established a one-on-one interview today. I arrived on time. At the membership desk they call over the intercom "your 3 o'clock interview is here." They instruct me to wait in the food court area. I sit at a table for twenty-five minutes. No one comes. I decide to get up and leave. Not impressed if they can't be punctual also.

Great Video. very informative and good. Get rid of the background lame music. please.

how many interviews do you go through at Costco? I did my first one and thanks to ben I felt pretty confident in my answers but I was asked to go back for another interview does anyone know how many you have to go through?

And I have interview in Monday morning and I am so nervous

If you can avoid it do NOT apply to stock the pharmacy I repeat do NOT stock the pharmacy, you may just end up regretting it lol

I cannot find a place to evenput in an application with costco. Everything on line takes me someplace else---like apply for Lyft---which I don't want. Tell me the basics---how do I just put in an application and then get to the interviews.

Can you write all questions about Costco interview please because my English is not good.

Hey Ben! I went through the interview process and I would give myself an A++ on answering the questions. I took a drug test and we waited there for around 10 minutes and then they told me I’m all set and a manager will call me for for orientation. This happened yesterday. How long would this phone call take to come?

Hi Ben! I had an interview at Costco I think 2-3 weeks ago and followed up with them a week after and was told that they’d talk to a manager and call me back soon. It’s been I think 3 weeks now and have still heard nothing should I move on or any advice?

Hi Ben, I applied to Costco online near me on 7/6/2024, I went to the store today 7/11/2024 talked to a manager and handed in my resume (open availability and any department) what do I do next?

I got a interview tomorrow, so hopefully I am able to satisfy my interviewer

Question. I have been at my previous job for 12 years and have a excellent work record, does Costco look at your work history? I have interview in two days and very excited ( and nervous). There is a new Costco opening so I applied for “any position”

Should I talk to the hiring manager in person before I am contacted about a review?

Hey Ben, can I ask you a question ? I actually applied for a job at Costco and I heard nothing back. I feel like I left a few red flags on the applicaton for the section of job history. I stated I left my previous job to focus on school and I put a job on there that I had for 2 months, do you feel those are red flags?

Today I give an interview and they told ne on Wednesday I need to attend orientation... I don't know yet I am hired or not

Ben Talks Talent - Interview Article Does Costco allow employees to pick their own schedule to work? Or does it give the employees the work schedule?

I have a question if you apply for a position at Costco let's say stocker. Do they still ask you about the cash register or other positions you did not apply for. Also if you apply part time do they accept part time for stocker because that's the position I want to apply for???

what are costco part time hours

I work at the post office, can I be truthful about my other job. I'm looking for extra income.

Just wanted to say thanks for making these videos. I had my 2 interviews yesterday and I ended up getting the job. I had a couple questions that were out of left field, but thanks to these videos I was prepared to answer them.

Thank you Ben for this video. What’s the right answer for what do you do when you see a co-worker slacking off?

Hi ben ! Just got done with my two interviews today! And they said me will call you in a day or two! And also said that we have an orientation next week so are you available! So what should I expect!!!

Hi Ben, would it be better to follow up via call or in person? Should I wait? And should I dress according to their dress code if I follow up in person?

I'm in the UK and will be applying to Costco here soon. I've been working in the medical field for the past 10 years but before that was in Customer service for 10 years. Will it be harder to be hired now since I've only done medical work for the past 10 years and not customer service? How can I convince them I can still do other work and be quick to learn again? Thanks

Should i apply in person at the specific location or just call in to apply?( and if i do call then who should i ask for?)

Hello, I have applied at Costco and received mail for selecting my interview availability. But when I open that link, there is something weird details coming up. Can you please give any kind of idea whether that’s something genuine mail or a scam?

😢 wow I don't think I'll pass the interview because I don't speak much English I applied but in my own way

Would I be hired if I don't have work experience?

What do they look for on background checks? I didn’t put all jobs I’ve had because some were second jobs and some I stayed only a short time is that going to hurt me?

Hi Ben Do you have the link to the job description at Costco’s for an interview

Hello dear sir!, Can out side usa person apply for this job? eg:- Sri Lankan?. Please help me sir!. Im waiting for your reply🙏🙏🙏

I had 2 interviews. The second one was the 3rd. They didnt hire me on the spot. Do i still have a chance?

Does Costco have employees that work without a college degree? Is there ever a Costco Employee who has worked there for a number of years?

Wow, I’m going to lie a lot in my interview

Does Costco do urine or swab tests for drug testing?

Constructive criticism sometimes can be a sign hidden eork abuse from coworkers & employers to make you do all the work while they criticize you reoeatedly. Especially when you are going up & beyond for the company .

i hate working here pls send help

Why would you want to work there

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Try to dumb dwn ur education They resent ppl who are exucated past high sch 😮 And don't dress up eitr it suggest ur rich

dude. 95% of your videos are "upcoming." thats anoying as hell

If you guys didn’t get the job, don’t feel bad. Let’s me tell you it’s not all great as what people say or assume. You start of part time. They will assume you did something wrong. If something happens, they like to put the blame on the trainee. They’re constantly telling you to work fast to avoid overtime, so they don’t have to pay you the full amount on your shift. They hire you for one thing and changed without you know. Imagine getting hired as a cashier or an assistant to the cashier, and then they tell you you’re working at their gas station or getting carts instead as your position. Everyone gets 3 days off during a week that’s has a holiday in it. But not you. You’re scheduled for 6 days that week. Good luck.

Why is Cosco doing more than one interview?