Working At Best Buy

Yes, Best Buy does drug test for all positions. Best Buy conducts pre-employment drug tests regardless of the type of position you are applying for, and receiving a job offer hinges on whether or not you pass. Best Buy uses a standard lab urine test with results confirmed immediately.

Some Best Buy stores allow candidates to retake a pre-employment test within five working days if the original urine sample is positive. In this case, the retest may be at the expense of the candidate, unless the collector has doubts about the validity of the original test results.

Best Buy also conducts drug tests for current employees. While it does not have regular drug testing as a standard practice, it will perform drug tests with reasonable cause. This generally occurs if an employee arrives at work intoxicated, or in the event of an accident.

Failing a drug test can lead to Best Buy legally terminating your employment contract and/or preventing you from getting a promotion.

Yes, Best Buy does hire felons. For the most part, Best Buy does appear to hire felons if they are the best candidates for the job. And their convictions do not relate to the job under consideration.

It may vary depending on the Best Buy location because, in the end, it is ultimately up to the person doing the hiring. Best Buy does background checks before onboarding a new employee.

Every state is different, so if you have a felony, it may or may not show up on your record. Some felonies fall off your record, depending on your history. To know for sure, we recommend running your own background check.

In recent years, there have been efforts over the last few years to increase opportunities for those with a criminal record in the workplace. Background checks are dreaded by those with convictions. However, not every state treats them the same.

For the following states, the background checks only go back seven years:

• California

• Colorado

• Kansas

• Maryland

• Massachusetts

• Montana

• Nevada

• New Hampshire

• New York

• Texas

You answer the question, "Why are you interested in working for Best Buy?" by describing your passion for technology and customer service. You should make a note of your desire to enrich lives through technology, in alignment with the company's values.

The best way to prepare for this question is to research Best Buy's mission statement, values, and company goals. For Best Buy, these are mostly focused on providing advanced technology to everyday people to enhance their lives.

Additionally, it is important to note company language about how it accomplishes its goals, i.e., with "the human touch." This balance between technology and human experience is what makes Best Buy unique.

The most important thing to do in this answer is to make sure it is personal to you. Take time and consider what truly draws you to the company and how that aligns with your background experience and future goals.

You write a cover letter for a job at Best Buy by focusing on your enthusiasm and passion for technology and your expertise in whatever position you're applying to. For example, if it's a customer service position, then be sure to include skills and accomplishments related to that.

Your cover letter should be one page long and divided into three to four paragraphs. The first paragraph should focus on why you are applying for the position. Be sure to include attention-grabbing yet professional information.

Remember, a cover letter is not meant to repeat what is on your resume. Rather, it is a chance to show some insight into your character, sell your expertise, and display your interest (and hopefully passion) for the position and company that you are applying to.

Always try to refer to the requirements listed in the job description of the job you're applying for. Highlight your most relevant or exceptional qualifications to help employers see why you stand out from other candidates and why you are a perfect fit for the role.

For example:

You have to be at least 16 years old to work at Best Buy, but for certain positions, you need to be 18.

At 16 years old, you can work as:

• Cashier

• Sales Associate

• Computer Technician

• Musical Instrument Specialist

You have to be 18 to work in:

• Customer Service

• Asset Protection Specialist

• Car Installer

• Warehouse work

Best Buy offers health coverage, paid time off, and retirement accounts to full-time employees. As a major company with over 100,000 employees, Best Buy recognizes the value of a supportive benefits program, and also offers some benefits to part-time and seasonal employees.

Best Buy offers typical health insurance plans through Blue Cross, as well as dental and vision insurance. Its health plans also include behavioral health coverage, wellness programs, maternity support and paid leave and mental health counseling and resources.

Additionally, Best Buy employees can take advantage of their employee discount for purchasing electronic equipment and other items from Best Buy stores. Best Buy employees also have opportunities to invest into a 401(k) retirement savings plan and the employee stock purchase plan.

Best Buy employees have access to a generous paid time off policy. Employees are able to earn time off starting at their date of hire, with increasing amounts based on their years of service, up to 28 days.

Employees also have paid holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day) and can get up to five days of paid bereavement time in the event of a family member's death.

Employees have access to a number of additional benefits that make up a well-rounded benefits package at Best Buy.

The dress code at Best Buy is a uniform consisting of a collared blue Best Buy shirt and work-appropriate slacks. Best Buy's store employees are known for their blue shirts, which have been the standard dress code since 1989.

The original dress code paired the blue shirt with khaki pants; in 2013, this was changed to black pants (or skirts). The blue polo shirts can be worn tucked or untucked, but belts must be worn when shirts are tucked.

As of 2019, employees are allowed to wear blue jeans, so long as they are in good shape, with no rips, tears, or distressing. Best Buy employees can wear the shoes of their preference, as long as they are in good condition, with a closed toe and no heel.

The Geek Squad uniform is basically the same, except that the shirt is the black Geek Squad polo. Employees in the Geek Squad Agent role are required to wear white collared shirts, black ties, and dress pants.

The hiring process at Best Buy is a multiple-step process but can move as fast as three days to be hired. First, you fill out an online application via the Best Buy website. You have to select the job and store location you want to work.

After submitting your application, the recruiting team will evaluate your application. You will get a quick phone call where they will ask a couple of questions and then invite you to an interview if you are a good fit.

The in-person interview is the final step of the process. This is where you can really shine.