Does Macy's Drug Test?

Drug Testing by Position

Drug Test Type and Process

Macy's does not include drug testing as part of its standard hiring process for retail store positions. In the rare event that a drug test is administered (such as after a workplace accident), it would be a standard urine drug test at a third-party clinic. Macy's hiring process is especially streamlined during holiday hiring events, when the company brings on thousands of seasonal employees. Drug testing would be impractical at this scale. Year-round hiring follows the same no-drug-test approach for sales floor, cashier, and stock positions.

Marijuana Policy

Since Macy's does not drug test most employees during hiring, marijuana use is generally not a barrier to employment. Macy's maintains a drug-free workplace policy that prohibits impairment on the job. The company has stores in every state, including states with legal recreational marijuana, and its hiring practices reflect a modern, practical approach to employment screening. The focus is on customer service performance and professionalism rather than off-duty substance use.

Tips for Applicants

Macy's is a well-known department store that offers a variety of retail positions. The company does not drug test most applicants, offers an employee discount, and provides flexible scheduling. Macy's values customer service skills, fashion and product knowledge, and availability during peak shopping periods (holidays, back-to-school). Seasonal hiring typically begins in September for the holiday season, offering a great entry point for applicants. Apply online through Macy's careers website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Macy's drug test sales associates?

No. Macy's does not drug test sales associates, cashiers, stock associates, or beauty advisors during the hiring process. The hiring process includes an application, interview, and background check — no drug test.

Does Macy's drug test for marijuana?

Macy's does not drug test store employees during hiring, so marijuana screening is not part of the process. Being impaired at work is prohibited under Macy's drug-free workplace policy, but off-duty use does not affect hiring.

Does Macy's drug test seasonal employees?

No. Macy's does not drug test seasonal or temporary holiday employees. The company hires thousands of seasonal workers each year and does not include drug testing in the seasonal hiring process.

What type of drug test does Macy's use?

In the rare event that Macy's administers a drug test (typically post-accident), it uses a standard urine test at a third-party clinic. Most retail applicants will not encounter a drug test.

Does Macy's do random drug tests?

No. Macy's does not conduct random drug tests for retail store employees. Testing is limited to post-accident and reasonable-suspicion situations.