REI Executive Assistant Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 6 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at REI.
REI
Executive Assistant
Executive Average Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral
There were 3 interviews. First, I spoke with the recruiter, then with HR, and finally the manager. They all asked pretty much the same things. My advice? Stick to the STAR method, it really helps.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you share an instance where you faced and overcame a challenge at work?
REI
Administrative Assistant
Senior Average Positive experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I applied online and after about 4 weeks, a recruiter called me for an initial phone screening. The HR person (Azizah) was nice and asked about my career goals with REI and my qualifications. Then, I had another phone screen with the hiring manager, followed by a panel interview/call with two team members. They invited me in for an interview, gave me a campus tour, and then I met with the hiring team and manager for about 2 hours of 30-minute interviews. The next day, I got an offer and accepted it. REI is the first place I've worked where I feel my career goals and value are truly recognized. If you want a company with great benefits and a 'work-hard, play-hard' vibe, this is it.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- What sparked your interest in this role and in REI specifically?
- Can you tell me about your approach to work?
- Describe a high-pressure situation you encountered at work and how you managed it.
REI
Administrative Assistant
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Panel Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
First, HR emailed to schedule a phone interview, and it took about a week to hear back about moving forward to a one-on-one interview. A senior admin reached out to set up what turned out to be a panel interview. It seemed to be going well until they asked about a skill not mentioned in the job description, which ended up being the key factor. After two weeks of silence, I got an Outlook invite for "AA Feedback," which basically told me I didn't get the job. Normally, they call to let you know and offer a chance for feedback, which they only give if asked. The scheduled call happened late that afternoon, making it hard to focus on work. The manager was quite harsh during the call, which honestly made me glad I didn't get the offer.
Confirmed questions6 questions
- Were you experienced in a skill not listed in the job description?
- Can you tell me about yourself?
- What would you say are your best qualities?
REI Executive Assistant Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from REI interview reports.
“What are your career goals for the next five years?”
Read reports →“What would you say are your best qualities?”
Read reports →“What's your approach to managing urgent deadlines and conflicting tasks?”
Read reports →“What sparked your interest in this role and in REI specifically?”
Read reports →“What makes you want this job?”
Read report →“Could you describe your understanding of this role?”
Read report →“Describe a high-pressure situation you encountered at work and how you managed it.”
Read report →“Were you experienced in a skill not listed in the job description?”
Read report →“Can you share an instance where you faced and overcame a challenge at work?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 6 REI interview reports.