I applied in-person. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Trader Joe's (Libertyville, IL) in Oct 2021
Interview
I sat down with 2 mates and they ask you questions. Hobbies, why I wanted to work here, if I was going to school. A week later I get a call back to schedule an interview with the store captain.
Applied online and had one in person interview with the captain. It lasted maybe 10 minutes. Got a call a week or so later that I got the job. Very fast process.
The interview process was absolutely wonderful! I didn't feel stressed or nervous and it felt like I was just chatting with a friend! Trader Joes is a great company and the interview was great.
It's two to three interviews, the final with the Captain (or highest manager) of the store. The interviews are largely to get to know your personality and how well you would do at customer service.