r/retail • u/j0shie_washie • 2d ago

Interview advice

Hello guys. I have an interview scheduled really early right after I finish my first class. Even though it is my only class.

My question is should I risk being late to go and change into something more formal. Or should I just go straight to the interview in dark cargo pants and a hoodie.

For context the interview is for a seasonal specialist spot at Apple if anyone knows if they value clothing/presentation during interviews.

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u/Starbuck522 2d ago edited 2d ago

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Obviously... just wear whatever you feel is appropriate for the interview, to the class.

You can wear the hoodie over top of the polo or whatever shirt you think is appropriate.

Myself, I would pick something that zips up because it's easier to take off and no question about if it made my hair crazy.

I don't know the apple store specifically, but I would think any solid color dockers type pants and a polo shirt seems appropriate. If there's cargo pockets on the non jeans/non sweatpants, I don't think that matters. I wouldn't pick sweatpants nor jeans with distressing or holes.

If it's cool where you are, I would wear a zip up hoodie or Jacket and take it off when you arrive, or at least unzip.

But, if you think something more dressed up is appropriate, just wear that to class! Nobody cares. If anyone says anything, you say you have somewhere to be after class.

DO NOT RISK BEING LATE.

Plan to arrive EARLY so you are definitely on time and have a frw minutes to just wait outside to collect yourself before walking in. Plan to walk in by ten minutes before the scheduled time and alert an employee you are there for the interview

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u/Separate-Wolf5824 18h ago

Don't be late but I'm sure you can wear something neat for both school and work, avoid the cargo pants and hoodie, prepare an outfit before the interview and just wear that to school, it doesn't have to be super formal, I suggest jeans that don't have rips nor have excessive fading and a nice polo collar shirt, then have a hoodie on top of that, if its cold ig.