Walmart Hiring Process: Application Steps, Interview Questions & Timeline
Hiring process information last updated February 1, 2025.
Overview
This guide explains how the hiring process works for Walmart’s common entry-level roles, including Cashier, Stocker, Personal Shopper, Cart Attendant, and Customer Service Associate.
Quick Facts
Hiring Steps
Apply online
Candidates apply through the Walmart Careers website and complete a job questionnaire.
Online assessment
Applicants take a behavioral and situational judgment test.
Phone interview
Recruiters confirm availability, communication skills, and work experience.
In-person interview
Managers assess customer service, teamwork, and reliability.
Background check (and sometimes drug test)
Required before new hires can start.
Common Interview Questions
Why do you want to work at Walmart?
What does great customer service mean to you?
Can you handle fast-paced work?
How do you work under pressure?
Are you reliable and on time?
Tip: Prepare specific examples from your experience that demonstrate your skills and fit for the role at Walmart.
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