How Old Do You Have to be to Work at Maurices?
Maurices is a hometown specialty retailer that is deeply committed to bringing affordable, versatile, and flattering fashion in sizes 2-24 to real women, who live real lives in small towns across North America.
With 1,000 stores across the United States and Canada, the retailer has earned the reputation of a leader in hometown fashion. Maurices isn't just a great place to shop, it's a great place to work!
"PEOPLE FIRST is what we always say, but it’s what we really believe. So our career opportunities are all about fostering and promoting professional plus personal growth of the whole person. What that means is that not only do we promote learning hard and soft skills — there’s an emphasis on well-being. It may seem silly but it’s true: a 'better you' means a 'better us.'"
-- Maurices Careers Website
To get an entry-level job at Maurices as a seasonal associate, a stylist, sales support, or an assistant manager, you must be at least 16 years old.
Teen Jobs at Maurices and Age Requirements
Seasonal Associate (Hourly)
The Seasonal Associate position is an exciting opportunity to support Maurices during a busy season in a temporary assignment capacity. This position can range in length but will not exceed 120 days.
This challenging and rewarding role provides the opportunity to create an unforgettable shopping experience that leaves customers looking and feeling their best. Seasonal associates should deliver excellent customer service, build wardrobes, participate in merchandising the store, and maintain presentation standards.
Seasonal associates can expect a flexible work schedule and a fun work environment with others who love fashion. Maurices offers an industry leading training program, plus growth and advancement opportunities. A seasonal position could lead to a permanent role.
To work as a seasonal associate at Maurices, you must be at least 16 years old.
Stylist 'aka' Sales Associate (Hourly)
The Stylist role at Maurices is an opportunity to create an unforgettable shopping experience that leaves customers looking and feeling their best. The primary responsibility of a Stylist/Sales Associate is to deliver excellent customer service and build wardrobes. However, sales associates are also expected to participate in merchandising the store and maintaining presentation standards.
Stylists at Maurices can expect a flexible work schedule, and to work with others who love fashion and have fun. The company offers industry-leading training programs, plus opportunities for growth and advancement.
You must be at least 16 years old to work as a Stylist at Maurices. Candidates must have the ability to relate to customers of all ages and backgrounds, be goal/achievement oriented, have computer aptitude, and the ability to follow directions.
Sales Support (Hourly)
Sales Support at Maurices is a challenging and rewarding role that provides the opportunity to create an unforgettable shopping experience for customers.
In this position, you'll support the sales team in ensuring products are ready for the floor within 24 hours of delivery. You will also support the team in making sure the merchandise and store are presented in a way that makes Maurices customers excited to shop there and associates proud to work there.
You must be at least 16 years old to work as Sales Support at Maurices. Candidates must also have customer service experience, the ability to work with a team in a fast-paced environment, accuracy, and attention to details.
Assistant Manager (Hourly)
The Assistant Manager role at Maurices provides the opportunity to assist in the supervision of a store team focused on creating an unforgettable shopping experience that leaves customers looking and feeling their best.
Of course; the assistant manager interacts with customers on a regular basis providing fashion advice and helping customers grow their wardrobe.
You must be at least 16 years old to be an Assistant Manager at Maurices and have one year of customer service experience, plus a demonstrated ability to achieve goals. The ability to foster a team atmosphere and create a positive working environment is also preferred.
Can a 15 Year Old Work at Maurices?
No. 15-year-olds can't work at Maurices. We have a page on our website specifically for 15-year-olds that features the job options available.
Can a 16 Year Old Work at Maurices?
Yes. 16-year-olds can work at Maurices! We also have a page on our website specifically for 16-year-olds that you can view for other options.
How Much Does Maurices Pay Part-Time Workers?
The hourly earnings for employees at Maurices vary greatly because of state and city minimum wage laws. However, we can give you a general idea of what the hourly pay is for each position.
Seasonal Associate (Hourly)
Seasonal Associates at Maurices earn around $15 per hour. This is a temporary position that does not earn bonuses or benefits.
Stylist/Sales Associate (Hourly)
The average starting wage for Stylists at Maurices is approximately $15 per hour. There is also an opportunity to earn quarterly and annual bonuses based on performance and store sales, bringing the average wage up to $25 per hour.
Sales Support (Hourly)
Sales Support staff members at Maurices earn an average wage of $14 per hour, plus opportunities to earn bonuses based on store sales.
Assistant Manager (Hourly)
Assistant Managers at Maurices earn an average hourly wage of $19 per hour plus bonuses and benefits, which can bring the hourly wage up to $25 per hour or more.
How Much Experience Do You Need to Work at Maurices?
Maurices is an entry-level friendly company, and they do hire teen workers, 16 years of age and older. If you do have some previous work experience, it could get you a higher hourly pay rate and move you faster into supervisory and management positions.
What Should You Wear to a Job Interview at Maurices?
When you show up for your interview at Maurices, you will want to be dressed in business casual attire. Consider something fashionable and trendy. Or, go traditional with a buttoned-down shirt, nice slacks or jeans, and dress shoes. The key is to look nice, clean, and put together. And if you have an item of clothing from Maurices, definitely wear it!
Also…be on time!!! In fact, be about 10 minutes early.
Maurices Interview Questions
The possible questions in a job interview are endless, and it always depends on the interviewer. But, there are some common questions that they do often ask.
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
Why are they asking?
If they ask you this question, they are trying to find out what job skills you can bring to the position, and what you need to work on.
Applicants are usually able to communicate their strengths, but when it comes to weaknesses, some think it’s best to say they don’t have any or can’t think of any. Don’t do this!
What’s the ideal answer?
The hiring manager wants to know that you can accept feedback and develop your own skills. Give one or two strengths with examples to go with them. Then list one or two weaknesses, and describe how you’re working on them.
A good answer for a weakness would be something like, “I’ve been told I speak too quickly, so I’ve been practicing slowing down when talking with customers.”
Tell me about a time when you had to deal with a difficult customer and what was the outcome?
Why are they asking?
When it comes to life in customer service, you will come across your share of upset or difficult customers. If you have prior work experience, they might ask you this question to see how you dealt with the situation because it does come up, and you need to handle it in the best way possible.
What’s the ideal answer?
If you don’t have any experiences with difficult customers, that’s okay. If you do, tell them the story (if you handled it well, and it had a positive outcome). If the situation ended up with you screaming and yelling or getting fired, that’s not a story you want to share.
They want to hear that you did your best to make the difficult customer happy. Or, if you couldn’t fix the problem, you notified a manager and had them help you.
Tell me about yourself and why you want to work here
Why are they asking?
If a manager asks you this question, they are trying to find out more about you and get you to sell yourself. A big part of your job at Maurices would be selling products and promotions to customers. They are wanting to find out how well you can communicate, while being positive and professional.
What’s the ideal answer?
Know your strengths. If you get asked this question, tell them how you will benefit their business. They want to hear that you have good verbal communication skills, have a friendly and upbeat demeanor, and can give good customer service. Also, be truthful about why you chose to apply at Maurices over other retailers.
Don't forget to tell them that you are a reliable worker who will show up to work on time for every scheduled shift. And if you are interested in a long-term career with the company, definitely let them know.
Benefits of Working at Maurices
All Maurices employees receive a 40 percent discount on store merchandise. Benefits, however, are mostly for full-time workers only.
- Insurance
- Health
- Medical
- Pharmacy
- Dental
- Vision
- Financial
- Incentive Plans
- 401(k) plans
- Spending and Savings Accounts
- Insurance
- Life and AD&D
- Critical Illness, Short and
- Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Medical –
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Life Benefits
- Legal Plan
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto/Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Online Discount Mall
- Employee Assistance Program
