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Virtual Hiring Event

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UPDATE: Nov 13 - 4:03 pm CST 

Unfortunately, our servers have been overwhelmed and we need to postpone the event while we troubleshoot. But if you are seeing this, the good news is that you have been pre-vetted and pre-qualified so should apply directly to Office Depot via their career site via this link:

https://careers.officedepot.com/search/jobs?q=&location=Chicago

Next Steps...

Check back here for updates but in the please please apply via the link above!

OFFICE DEPOT EVENT

What to expect

Adventures Await: Dive into scavenger hunts,  wizard battles, boat races, and more—all in immersive 3D (but no goggles needed!)

Info Sessions: Discover why Office Depot is a fantastic place to build your career.

Meet One-On-One with Hiring Managers: Get your questions answered!

Win Cool Stuff: Win gift cards from Amazon, Uber Eats, and Office Depot, plus snag other amazing prizes.

What's Next?: Hop back over to where you found us (like LinkedIn or Indeed) and apply for the position. 

Quick tip: If you're among the first 100 qualified applicants, you'll receive instructions to join the event!

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STUCK? HAVING AUDIO ISSUES?

Our support team is ready to help.  Please click on this Zoom link and we'll get you sorted out!

Remember: Phones and tablets are not supported so you'll need to log in from a computer or laptop that has a microphone.

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Available Positions

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Retail Part Time Store Associate

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION…

We're not just about pens, printers, and paper - we’re a vibrant hub where community and technology (and, yes, pens and paper!) come together. Our part-time Retail Sales Advisors create a warm and friendly store experience. We answer questions, offer suggestions, and ensure our customers know they are welcomed.

LOCATIONS AVAILABLE...

  • Arlington Heights

  • Batavia

  • Berwyn

  • Bolingbrook

  • Crestwood

  • Crystal Lake

  • Deerfield

  • Downers Grove

  • Elk Grove Village

  • Evergreen Park

  • Frankfort

  • Fullerton Avenue Chicago

  • Gurnee

  • Lake Zurich

  • Naperville

  • Oakbrook

  • Orland Park

  • Oswego

     

YOUR MISSION, SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT…

  • Customer Service Champ: Rock the register, keep the shelves stocked and the store organized.

  • Merch Magician: Wave your wand to make our goods look irresistible, shuffle stuff around based on our secret maps (plan-o-grams), and make sure our signs are speaking the right lingo.

  • Inventory Investigator: Keep tabs on our stock like a detective, ensuring every item finds its home and our shelves never look lonely.

  • Engagement Expert: Greet all with a smile, decode their shopping list into real needs, and introduce them to stuff they’ll love.

  • Product Prodigy: Use your rapidly acquired skills to slay sales in Tech, Services, Furniture, and Print, always ready to introduce our latest and greatest.

  • Learner and Sharer: Embrace the quest for knowledge in all things tech and print, aiming to be that go-to guru for our customers and team.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SHINE...

  • A Diploma (or its sidekick, the GED) Preferred: New to this? Perfect! We're here to teach you the ropes.

  • A Sparkling Personality: If chatting and helping others makes your day, you will fit right in.

  • Tech Whisperer: Comfortable with a keyboard? We’ll turn that into wizardry with a little training.

  • Time-Twisting Flexibility: Nights and weekends are when the magic happens. If that's your stage, take a bow!

Big picture, you’re going to learn a lot. And you won’t be stuck doing the same thing. Everyone here contributes to creating a WOW customer experience by participating in all aspects of the job.

So if you have a passion for people, we'd love to meet you. We can teach you the rest.:

PAY RATE...$13.60 - $19.29 / hr *

*dependent on location

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION…

Ready for a part-time gig that's more than just a job? At Office Depot, our Services Advisors are superheroes of “total solutions” - managing everything from technology, to promotions to check-out with ease.

LOCATIONS AVAILABLE...

  • Batavia

  • Crystal Lake

  • Deerfield

  • Fullerton Avenue Chicago

  • Lake Zurich

  • Naperville

  • Oakbrook

  • Oswego

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YOUR MISSION, SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT…

  • Be the Go-To Guru: From the moment you join, you’ll be building bonds with customers, guiding them to their perfect match across a wide range of products and services.

  • Make Our Products Shine: Keep our displays dazzling and our shelves stocked, ensuring everything looks just right.

  • Never Stop Learning: Dive deep into Tech, Services, Furniture, and Print knowledge, with continuous learning to keep your pitch current and sharp.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SHINE...

  • Tech Savvy and People Friendly: Comfortable with technology and a whiz at interpersonal communication.

  • Your Educational Toolkit: High School diploma (or its trusty equivalent the GED) preferred but not required.

  • Experience on Your Side: Great to have at least a year of experience in a related field, with extra credit for sales or customer service prowess.

  • Flexibility: Ready to adapt and thrive in ever-changing environments.

So if you have a passion for people, we'd love to meet you. We can teach you the rest. Let’s make it work!

PAY RATE...$13.60 - $19.29/hr*

*dependent on location

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION…

Being a Service Advisor - Key Carrier (KC) at Office Depot isn't just a role—it's your chance to be a hero, to be a part of a community, and to advance your career.

So…are you ready to embark on your next journey? Your adventure awaits at Office Depot, where every day is a new opportunity to explore, connect, and thrive!

LOCATIONS AVAILABLE...

  • Arlington Heights

  • Bolingbrook

  • Crestwood

  • Downers Grove

  • Naperville

  • Oakbrook

  • Oswego

YOUR MISSION, SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT…

  • Champion of Connection: From the latest tech wonders to our snazzy print services, and become a trusted advisor to our customers.

  • Sales Savvy: With our tried-and-true sales principles in your toolkit, you’ll proactively engage customers, steering them towards our total solutions to ensure a smooth voyage.

  • Key Carrier Hero: As a part-time Key Carrier, you’re not just holding keys; you’re unlocking potential. Whether you’re leading the crew as Leader on Duty (LOD) or handling the ship by opening and closing, you’re essential to this journey.

  • Print Services Prodigy: Take the helm in our Print Services area, ensuring smooth sailing for all client orders and rallying the team to maintain top-notch production and on-time deliveries.

ADVENTURES IN LEADERSHIP…

  • Guardian of the Domain: As a Key Carrier, you’ll ensure the safety and security of our and the team, especially when management is away.

  • LOD Legend: Shine bright as you keep an eye on everything from cash handling to compliance, loss prevention to store appearance.

  • Community Captain: Forge partnerships with small and medium businesses to boost foot traffic and ensure our customer base keeps growing.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SHINE...

  • A High School Diploma (or equivalent): Preferred but not required.

  • Experience in Retail: 1-3 years in related fields, with a bonus for sales or customer-facing experience.

  • Tech and Print Wizardry: Basic computer skills with a knack for making the Print Services realm thrive.

  • Master of Conversation: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills that bridge gaps and connect with every one who comes into the store.

  • Quick on Your Feet: Agile and responsive, always prepared to adapt at a moment's notice.

  • Team Player: Driven by a passion to work alongside team members, to make everyone’s collective journey more engaging and fun.

If you have a passion for people, we'd love to meet you. We can teach you the rest.

PAY RATE...$14.54 - $21.17/hr*

*dependent on location

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION…

Here at Office Depot, we’re in the business of making things happen - for our customers, our community, and our team. As our Retail Print and Client Services Supervisor, you’ll be overseeing a department, delighting customers, and leading a crew on a mission to bring ideas to life.

This opportunity places you at the helm of our store’s Print and Client Services where you’ll lead your dedicated crew and guide our small-to-medium business community to new frontiers of success. Along the way, you'll forge lasting bonds with our clients, becoming the go-to hero for all their print and service needs, all backed up by Office Depot’s advanced selling and product delivery tools.

LOCATIONS AVAILABLE...

  • Crestwood

  • Evergreen Park

  • Naperville

  • Oswego 

YOUR MISSION, SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT…

  • Print Guru: Whether helping clients with simple flyers or complex presentations, everyone will leave our store with a better version of themselves…in print.

  • Growth Leader: Use our established and proven sales and leadership principles to sculpt future sales leaders on your team.

  • Safety and Sanity Keeper: As the External Key Carrier, you're not just holding keys; you're protecting the castle!

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SHINE...

  • Education: Have a High School diploma or its equivalent? Great! More education? Even better.

  • Retail Veteran: Do you have at least 3 years in the game? Even better if you’ve dabbled in the fine art of Print Center Operations.

  • Selling Sage: Could you sell ice in Antarctica? Know how to build crucial customer connections? Let’s talk!

  • Adaptable: Do you look change in the face…and laugh? Do you thrive on making the impossible possible? If so, you’ll thrive here.

Tech Whiz: Whether mastering a POS system or troubleshooting on the fly, you and technology are good friends.

PAY RATE...$16.50 - $29.49/hr*

*dependent on location

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION…

At Office Depot, we're not just about stocking shelves with pen and paper. We're in the business of inspiring leaders to cultivate professional growth, drive sales, and wow the customer. As a Retail Assistant Manager, you'll work directly with the General Manager to improve everything we do, focusing especially on copy & print, technology, and customer experience.

LOCATIONS AVAILABLE...

  • Lake Zurich, IL

WHAT’S IN STORE FOR YOU (one last retail pun, we promise)…

  • Lead and inspire a team of associates, creating an environment focused on trust, brand loyalty, and exceptional service.

  • Be the sales guru and customer service superhero, coaching your team to become product experts and customer engagement pros.

  • Shine as the "Key Carrier" – step up as the Leader on Duty (LOD), keeping our store running smoothly in the management team's absence.

  • Foster a sales-driven atmosphere, training, and developing associates to become the best in the business.

  • Drive sales across the board, with a keen eye on customer satisfaction, conversion rates, and average order values.

  • Manage the store's for peak performance, ensuring inventory levels, financial controls, and operational processes are on beat.

  • Keep our store looking fabulous, ensuring merchandise is presented with pizzazz and planograms are carefully followed.

  • Be prepared to step in and keep the gears running smoothly for everything from inventory to cash handling when the General Manager is unavailable.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SHINE...

  • A High School Diploma (or equivalent) is required; a Bachelor’s is preferred.

  • Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a related field, ideally, in management or supervisory roles in a sales-driven environment.

  • Tech and Print Skills: Familiarity with the industry but even more importantly, a readiness to learn.

  • Leadership: A knack for leading, coaching, and inspiring a team, with an emphasis on cultivating a culture that values diversity, innovation, and out-of-the-box thinking.

PAY RATE...$16.57 - $25.28/hr

Important to Know

You’re joining a community that’s all about positive vibes and a can-do attitude.

We believe in building connections – with our team, our customers, and our community.

Every day is a chance to learn something new, meet someone interesting, and, even though it sounds hokey, make a difference.

Our store is more than a workplace. It's a place where fun, camaraderie, and connection are always in stock (sorry, we had to have at least one retail pun!)

We look forward to meeting you!

Here's what we offer:

Competitive Salaries that reward your talent and effort.

Comprehensive Benefits Package to support your health and well-being.

401(k) Plan to help secure your financial future.

Performance-Based Incentive Program where you can earn rewards based on store success, ( in accordance with the Incentive Plan terms and conditions)

Great Opportunities for Growth to advance and expand your career within our organization.

A Laptop or Desktop with Wifi: You’ll need access to a laptop or a desktop and a quiet place to talk (or headphones).

We’re sorry to say but tablets and mobile devices are not yet supported.

If you need access to a computer, almost all Chicagoland libraries have ones you can use.

About an Hour: The event is two hours long but you can arrive either in the first hour or the second hour.

The descriptions outline the basic responsibilities and expectations but this list is not totally exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned (which is a good thing!) We aim to maintain flexibility and encourage a diverse set of tasks for all team members.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

DOZENS OF POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT OVER 20 CHICAGOLAND LOCATIONS

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  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • Batavia, IL
  • Berwyn, IL
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • Crestwood, IL
  • Crystal Lake, IL
  • Deerfield, IL
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • Evergreen Park, IL
  • Frankfort, IL
  • Fullerton Avenue Chicago, IL
  • Gurnee, IL
  • Joliet, IL
  • Lake Zurich, IL
  • Naperville, IL
  • Oakbrook, IL
  • Orland Park, IL
  • Oswego, IL
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • Skokie, IL
WEDNESDAY | NOV 13th | 3-5 pm CST 

Virtual Recruiting Event

No Goggles or Downloads Required!

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ONE-ON-ONE MEETINGS

Meet with Office Depot hiring managers one-on-one via avatar or live video.

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VIRTUAL SCAVENGER HUNTS

Teams of three to five work together to find hidden clues, secret prizes, and …glory!

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INFO SESSIONS

Find out what it is really like to work at Office Depot with this dynamic info session followed by Q&A. 

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BOAT RACES

Take turns racing around the island and be the first to find the secret beach.

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WIZARD BATTLE

Draw and work together to see how can create the most fearsome make-believe creature.

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RESUME REVIEW

Drop off your resume or LinkedIn profile so you are sure to be noticed.

What We Believe In

 

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5C CULTURE

Our team is built on our core values of Customer, Commitment, Change, Caring, and Creativity. These aren’t just buzzwords; they’re our collective compass so our day-to-day work doesn’t obscure the “why” of work. Here we believe values alone won't shape our culture — our actions do.

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SUSTAINABILITY

We’re making it our business to create change. To right the path forward and set our sights on what could be — beyond just today. It’s certainly not something we take lightly. It’s embedded in the fabric and foundation of everything we do. We live it. We breathe it. And we pledge to constantly keep evolving in our mission to help the future of business become more prosperous and sustainable.

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DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We're committed to an inclusive work environment that values and respects the talents and contributions of associates of all abilities and from all backgrounds. Our commitment to equal opportunity is driven by our 5Cs while constantly encouraging teamwork and respect. Diversity is intrinsic to our values and contributes to our collective success.

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