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Sales Associate (Seasonal)

J.Crew · Skokie, IL · $15.40–$17.10 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 10, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you helped someone find exactly what they were looking for.

What they are checking: Whether they listen closely and use product knowledge to solve the customer's need.

How would your own personal style help you on the sales floor here?

What they are checking: Whether they can act as a brand ambassador and connect with customers through style.

Tell me about a time you worked as part of a team to hit a goal.

What they are checking: Whether they collaborate and support teammates, not just chase their own numbers.

How would you learn our products and fits quickly?

What they are checking: Whether they take training and fit sessions seriously and apply them on the floor.

What does a welcoming and inclusive sales floor look like to you?

What they are checking: Whether they treat every customer with the same warmth and respect.

What would you do

How would you start a conversation with a customer who is just browsing?

What they are checking: Whether they can approach in a welcoming, low-pressure way that opens a real connection.

A customer is unsure about fit. How would you help them decide?

What they are checking: Whether they use fit knowledge and honest advice to help the customer feel confident.

How would you suggest a second item, like a belt or sweater, without being pushy?

What they are checking: Whether they build outfits that help the customer, which drives sales naturally.

The store is busy and you are also asked to process a shipment. How do you handle both?

What they are checking: Whether they keep customers first while still completing store tasks.

A customer wants to return something without a receipt and is getting upset. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stay kind, follow policy and bring in a manager when needed.

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The full job description

As published by J.Crew.

Our Story J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion. Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting. Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are. Job Summary As a Sales Associate, you embody our brand with personal style and passion, bringing welcoming energy to the sales floor daily. You'll assist customers in discovering their look and collaborate effectively with other team members and managers to drive business success. Your focus is on creating a seamless customer experience with a spirit of collaboration, kindness, and inclusivity. What You’ll Do • Provide a seamless and authentic customer experience that is an extension of the brand. • Drive sales while exceeding selling and service expectations for our customers. • Assist in operational and product driven store tasks assigned by the management team while acting in a manner that aligns with our brand values. • Share customer feedback and insights with the management team. Who You Are • Are at least 18 years old. • Passionately support our brand, customers, and teams. • Stay up to date with current fashion trends and industry developments. • Embrace teamwork, flexibility, and courtesy while executing tasks. • Innovate and champion new ideas while navigating uncertainty, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills. • Have scheduling flexibility, including nights, weekends and holidays. • Must bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry and move at least 40 pounds | 18 kilos. Some Perks and Benefits • Competitive base pay and bonus programs • Up to 60% discount on branded product from J. Crew, J. Crew Factory, and Madewell • Entertainment, travel, fitness, and mobile technology discounts • 401(k) plan with company matching donations See our full list of benefits here Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Hourly Range: $15.40 - $17.10 At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company’s size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks. One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds. JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.

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