Now you’ve gotten the call. What can you can expect from us?

At your interview, we don’t just match your resume with a job description. For taking the time to meet with us, you’ll have every opportunity to tell us the full scope of what you can offer towards our corporate culture, values and mutual long term objectives.

A little (more) about us

Everybody’s hiring. What’s different about Best Buy Canada Ltd.?

We know that you need to be fully informed about a prospective employer before making a career decision. At Best Buy Canada Ltd, we not only look forward to sharing our story; we look forward to your becoming part of it.

Whether it’s our exponential growth from humble, small town roots to stores across the continent; our community-oriented culture; our reputation for holistic, cross-functional employee development; or our leading share of the consumer electronics market, we promise to help you confirm your reasons for choosing to interview with us in the first place.

Learn more about the employee experience

Beyond the basics

Expect to feel very welcome when you come in for your interview with us!

Our receptionists will help you get settled. While you wait, if you have to wait, feel free to relax with a newspaper in our reception area.

Your interviewer will be on time, prepared, and focused only on you during the interview.

The real deal

We hope, as you do, that interviewing with Best Buy Canada Ltd. results in a job offer! Regardless, we are committed to giving you real information you can use — we provide you with prompt feedback on your interview, and on how the hiring decision was made.

Q&A

I applied online for an opportunity and I haven’t heard anything. What can I expect from the process?

If your application went through successfully you should receive an email thanking you for your application. If you do not receive the email, then please try again. If you are one of our short listed candidates, someone will be in contact with you.




When will I know a position has been filled?

If the posting is still up the position has not been filled. We do our best to keep postings up to date and let our applicants know when it has been filled.




The position was posted a month ago, should I still apply?

Yes, you never know for sure what stage of the recruiting process we’re in. There’s a good possibility you would still be considered for a position.




What is the interview process like?

Our corporate recruiting team is committed to a great candidate experience. This includes giving you an update on your application if you were contacted by phone and had an interview. We encourage you to touch base with questions and don’t hesitate to call your recruiter if you are wondering about the status of your application. Generally there’s a phone screen and an initial interview with a Corporate Recruiter and then an interview with the Hiring Manager. Depending on the position there may be more than two interviews. We then ask for references before extending an offer.




What should I wear to my interview?

It is always a good idea to present yourself well in an interview. We have a casual office environment, therefore no need for a suit, however wear what you think is appropriate.




How long does the interview process take?

From the date you apply it can take from 2weeks to 3 months to get an offer letter. If you are a short listed candidate you should hear from us within 2-3weeks of the posting detailing next steps.




I met a manager/recruiter at a career fair and haven’t heard anything.
What’s the best way to follow up?

Submit an application through the Future Opportunities posting. Include in your cover letter where you met us and what interested you in working with us.




I tried to submit my online application and it wasn’t working. What should I do?

Please try again. If there are problems with the system, you will receive a warning message.




Do you have any part-time jobs at your head office?

At our office we do not have part-time jobs. However, our stores have many opportunities especially during back to school and the Holiday season that offer great flexibility.




Do you have any co-op/Internships/practicum opportunities at your office?

Our finance team has an MBA Internship program. For the last few years we have successfully hired 80% of the students upon graduation.




How do I search for specific opportunities in departments or the stores?

You may search our opportunities by brand, region, location etc. Go to our Careers section to see a list of opportunities.




What do opportunities look like for internal people?
Do you look within the company before looking externally?

Definitely. There are numerous opportunities across this organization. Starting with the stores, regional to national level roles and opportunities at our head office in Burnaby. Best Buy Canada Ltd. believes in our strong internal talent pool and growing people’s strengths.




How do I find out if a store in my area is hiring?

Go to the brand’s website under careers and only the positions for which stores are hiring will be available for applications. You choose your preferred position and location and the system tells you what is available. Each store manages their hiring. Once you complete the online interview you will be notified of next steps.

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