I applied through college or university. I interviewed at US Army (Seattle, WA) in Dec 2012
Interview
You go and see a military recruiter who then schedules you to see doctors to ensure you meet the physical and mental criteria. You also take tests to include the ASVAB and have to score above 30 some odd percent over the population. Once you pass all of the screening you will be given a chance to go into the plethora of fields in the ARMY, then you're shipped off to basic training which is tougher than most job interviews in the world. You pass that, you're then sent to a technically advanced course where you can focus on the field you chose or were chosen to go into.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
If you opt to take the Defensive Language Aptitude Battery after scoring high enough during the ASVAB You will take a very very long language test. You will be given a very short for comprehension and then be asked a lot of questions in a made up language.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at US Army (Fort Hood, TX)
Interview
Recruiter does everything for you, you just have to be drug free, in good health, and take an ASVAB test. Sign on bonuses differ from job to job but if you complete the process within two weeks you get a quick ship bonus
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Asked about physical fitness and what kind of environment I wanted to work in.
The process took 3 days and was based off of your work history and experience as a subject matter expert in your particular field. The selection process was tedious but well worth it. The actual interview was based on scenarios and ethical questions.
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Question 1
What makes you more qualified then other candidates
I applied in-person. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at US Army
Interview
Physical and mental capabilities are assessed. Medical questions are asked. Background check conducted. A drug test is conducted. Don't say anything stupid and don't tell them anything they don't need to know. MEPS doesn't really have your medical records and they aren't going to send you to jail.
