Staples Hiring Process

Staples Hiring Process: Application Steps, Interview Questions & Timeline

Hiring process information last updated February 1, 2025.

Overview

This guide explains the hiring process for entry-level Staples roles such as Retail Associate, Print & Marketing Associate, and Stock Associate.

Quick Facts

Minimum hiring age
18
Time to get hired
3–10 days
Background check
Required
Drug test
Sometimes required

Hiring Steps

1

Apply online

Candidates apply through the Staples Careers portal.

2

Online assessment

Applicants complete a customer-service and situational judgment test.

3

Phone interview

Recruiters screen for communication skills and availability.

4

In-person interview

Managers assess customer service, teamwork, and reliability.

5

Background check (and sometimes drug test)

Required before onboarding.

Common Interview Questions

Q

Why do you want to work at Staples?

Q

What does great customer service mean to you?

Q

Can you multitask during busy periods?

Q

How do you handle frustrated customers?

Q

Are you reliable with attendance?

Tip: Prepare specific examples from your experience that demonstrate your skills and fit for the role at Staples.

Frequently Asked Questions

Latest Job Openings at Staples

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Retail Sales Supervisor

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Orem, UT
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**Retail Sales Supervisors** champion customer engagement and oversee the front of store operations. You and the store team will focus on increasing sales, conversions and service throughout the store, while actively engaging customers to provide complete solutions. Hiring immediately. After applying, you may have the opportunity to schedule an in-person...
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Senior Accountant I

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Framingham, MA
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Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together. Our talented finance team partners with every area of the business to drive results and provide financial expertise. We are passionate about analyzing and interpreting information to assess performance and provide guidance. Our team serves as a true partner and...
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Retail Print Sales Specialist

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Bennington, VT
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**Print Specialists** provide exceptional customer service and solutions to customers' print needs. You will produce professionally finished products using print and production equipment. You will also be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers while being part of a fun, team-oriented retail culture. Hiring immediately and training in print provided....
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Sr Mgr Operations Bus Lead

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Framingham, MA
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Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together. When joining our Supply Chain team, you can feel right away that people are at the heart of what we do. You'll be surrounded by a team who is looking to make an impact on our customers, our community, and...
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Retail Print Sales Specialist

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Albuquerque, NM
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**Print Specialists** provide exceptional customer service and solutions to customers' print needs. You will produce professionally finished products using print and production equipment. You will also be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers while being part of a fun, team-oriented retail culture. Hiring immediately and training in print provided....
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Retail Sales Supervisor

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Brooklyn, NY
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**Retail Sales Supervisors** champion customer engagement and oversee the front of store operations. You and the store team will focus on increasing sales, conversions and service throughout the store, while actively engaging customers to provide complete solutions. Hiring immediately. After applying, you may have the opportunity to schedule an in-person...
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Retail Sales Associate

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Poughkeepsie, NY
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**Sales Associates** provide exceptional customer service with our customers' needs in mind. You'll help customers find products, provide solutions, and handle returns or online pickups. You'll also be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers while being part of a fun, team-oriented retail culture. Hiring immediately and training provided. After...
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Retail Sales Specialist

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Columbus, OH
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**Sales Specialists** provide exceptional customer service in helping our customers find a total solution both in-store and through the kiosk. You'll have our customers' needs in mind as you provide solutions. You will also be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers while being part of a fun, team-oriented retail...
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Retail Print Sales Specialist

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New York, NY
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**Print Specialists** provide exceptional customer service and solutions to customers' print needs. You will produce professionally finished products using print and production equipment. You will also be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers while being part of a fun, team-oriented retail culture. Hiring immediately and training in print provided....
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Retail Print Sales Supervisor

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Louisville, KY
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**Print Supervisors** direct a team in driving results for key metrics by selling and providing total print solutions for customers to help them achieve their print and marketing goals. You will also be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers while being part of a fun, team-oriented retail culture. Hiring...

Hiring process information is based on publicly available sources including company career pages, applicant reports, and job postings. Actual hiring steps, timelines, and interview questions may vary depending on the position, location, and other factors. Are you a business owner or company representative? Contact us to suggest updates to this page.