Target Application Form
A Target application form is available in the below section. This page goes through the history of Target, various job descriptions, benefits, and how to apply to Target.
History of Target
Founded in 1902, Target has been giving customers exactly what they want, and that is low, great prices. The Target stores eventually became one of the biggest divisions of the Dayton Hudson Corporation. Target is the second largest discount retailer in the US, only following Walmart.
Hours of Operation: Mon-Sat: 8:00am-10:00pm, Sun: 8:00am-9:00pm
Minimum Age to Work Here: 18 years old
Positions Available: Cashier, Stock Clerk, Sales Associate, Customer Service Representative, Assets Protection Specialist, Store Facility Technician, Presentation Team Member, Signing Team Member, Sales Floor Team Member, Fitting Room Team Member, Operations Clerical, Administrative Assistant, Utility Attendant, Logistics Technician, Warehouse Worker, Shift Leader, Assistant Manager, Department Manager, Store Manager, Food Service Team Member, Starbucks Team Member, Service Desk Team Member, Cart Attendant, Bakery/Deli/Meat/Produce Team Member, Cake Decorator, Human Resources Team Member, Backroom Team Member, Merchandise Flow Team Member, Reverse Logistics Team Member, Pharmacy Team Member, Pharmacy Technician, Price Accuracy Team Member.
Background Check Required? Yes
Negotiation: Set hourly rate. There is no room for negotiation.
Target Job Description / Wage Averages
Sales Floor Team Leader: Your job is going to consist of running your department insuring that it’s kept clean, as well as assisting the customers with whatever problems they may have. You’re going to find that Target stores are different, because they are going to train you for all jobs. You expect to get paid anywhere from $7 to $10 a hour.
Executive Team Leader: The executive team leader is going to be responsible for monitoring an entire department of the store. He/she will help assign tasks as well as assist employees with any other problems that they man encounter. On top of that, the team leader will be responsible for doing any tasks that the other employees are responsible for. The average wage can range from $34,000 to as much as $100,000 per year.
Guest Services: You’re going to be in charge of handling returns, or any other questions related to previous purchases. You may also be required to help with credit card application processing, sorting of returns, and more. This job will pay anywhere from $7 to $10 a hour.
Cashier: Your sole duties will be to run and man the cash register. You will ring up customers, accept coupons, as well as answer any questions that they may have. You will also be responsible to make sure that every item it rung up in the cart. The average starting wage for this position is anywhere from $7 to $10 a hour ranging on your location and experience.
Back Room Team Leader: Working in the back of the store, this person will be responsible for unloading trucks that come on a weekly basis. He/she will help unload trucks, help price items within the box as well as ensure that the boxes are stored in the appropriate area in the back of the store. He/she will also assist with team members when they need help finding items. The average wage can range from $8 to $13 a hour.
Overnight Back Room: Unloading trucks during the after hours, this person will be responsible for doing back room duties, but during the night shift. This person will also help assist stock and clean shelves when no customers are present in the store. The average wage for this position is anywhere from $7 to $14 a hour.
Cart Attendant: He/she will be responsible for ensuring the the parking lot is free from carts. You’ll be responsible for collecting all carts that are left in the lot, bringing them back in, in a safe manner. You’ll also assist other customers with any large orders that they may have. In the downtime, other jobs such as cleaning and more can be done. The average wage is anywhere from $7 to $10 a hour.
Protection Specialist: He/she will be responsible for ensuring that the store is ran in an effective manner. Watching security cameras, this person will watch over both employees and customers to ensure that no fraud or theft happens. If any type of fraud or theft is noted, the local authorities will be notified. The average wage can range from $7 to $14 a hour.
Target Benefits
- Health / Vision / Dental
- Adoption / Education assistance
- 401(k)
- Vacation / Personal / Holiday Days
- Life Insurance
Target Atmosphere and Perks
With the opportunity to work in the fun and fast paced environment, this company is excellent work environment for full time and part time positions. The company is an equal opportunity employer. It offers a competitive salary and several job perks in addition to competitive pay scales. This is in addition to the schedule flexibility, and compensated on-the-job training. The qualified employees are also offered with variety of additional benefits, like 401(k) retirement plans and healthcare insurances.
Target Interview Questions
Where did you get the idea of the vacant position in this company?
Why do you want to apply for a job here?
How do you deal co-employees and customers who are difficult to handle?
Describe you previous job experiences?
What are the problems you usually encounter in your previous job and how did you solve them?
How long will it take you to report co employees stealing from the company?
Where do you see yourself five years from now? Do you have career plans for the future?
How do you deal with co-workers that are hard to work with?
When are you available to work here?
Target Interview Tips
During the interview schedule, do come earlier and be properly dressed up. There will be series of interviews which will start with the shift lead team member and proceed to speak with an assistant manager followed by a store manager. The usual job interview questions are aimed at identifying the applicant’s availability, work experience, and sincerity of the desire to work for the location stores where he/she applied. You are considered potential applicant if you are able to speak clearly and answer questions tactfully and with all honestly.
How to Apply to Target
You can download the Target application form below. Every Target will have a special kiosk set up in their store. You can either apply in the store at one of these stations that are generally near the service desk, or if you wish you can apply online via the Target Careers page.
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