How does Costco fit into your overall career plans?
The interviewer hopes to hear that you will stay with the company long-term.
If you are a student, tell the interviewer that you plan to stay at Costco through graduation, and then share what career or further education you hope to be pursuing following graduation. If Costco offers jobs in your field, such as management, be sure to mention that you would be open to considering a career in your area at Costco if one is available upon graduating.
If you are not a student, no problem! Simply share that you see yourself working at Costco long-term, and share if you desire to be promoted at some point in your career along with what promotion you might be interested in. You might say something like, "I see myself working at Costco long-term. I would like to start out as a Cashier, and I hope to be promoted to a management position within the next 5-10 years."
"I see myself working at Costco long-term. I would like to quickly work my way up to cashier, and I hope to be promoted to a management position within the next 5-10 years."
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Anonymous Answer
If I can work at Costco, it would be a stepping stone for my career plan. As I am studying business management, working in such a business-related environment is an ideal choice. I will stay at Costco even until I graduate and look for a higher position if there is an opportunity.
Chad's Feedback
Good answer! You do well to assure the interviewer that you plan to stay at Costco through graduation if there is an opportunity to advance your career. Consider discussing some smaller goals you would like to achieve over the next 3-5 years to continue growing your skill set and position yourself for future promotion.
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