I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Lumisource (Elk Grove Village, IL) in Jan 2015
Interview
I arrived to initial interview, but principle opted not to to attend so I met with two designers. They gave me instruction to design something that might align with their product offering. I was invited in for a second interview where I met several more staff and they reviewed my portfolio and concept.
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Lumisource in Jan 2013
Interview
I interviewed with the owner. He gave me a great tour of the office and very detailed description of the job. Then for the rest of the interview he spend most of the time talking. He hardly asked me any questions and didn't even ask to see my portfolio. Even though the position seemed to carry a lot of responsibility he said it was an "internship" and they were only paying $10/hr.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
He gave me their catalog and asked me to create a project I thought would fit with their style of products.