I applied in-person. The process took 8 months. I interviewed at US Army (Mountain View, CA) in Oct 2009
Interview
My process of enlisting actually reflects the Army fairly well now that I think about it. My recruiter took care only of the initial paperwork to ensure that wasn't a criminal, drug addict, or invalid. After that, getting him to actually do some work for me to ensure my enlistment went smoothly was impossible. He cost me several days of pay needlessly due to his inattention of what was required for my specific job. Someone else in his office had to take care of me. From time I completed the enlistment process, I had to wait 7 months before I finally shipped out.
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No actual questions were asked of me other than what was required by the forms that the recruiter was required to fill out. Simply "are you a felon?" "have you ever been a drug dealer?" etc etc.
I applied in-person. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at US Army
Interview
Can you breathe? The new ACFT is a little more demanding but not by much. Deadlift 140 pounds, sprint drag carry, some push-ups, overhead ball throw, 2-mile run, and 3 leg tucks is all you need.
Took a test called the ASVAB and scored a 120 GT score. Then the recruiter pulled up a list of available jobs for that score. Then once I picked the job I wanted, the paperwork was started.
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at US Army (Charlottesville, VA)
Interview
Basically go through a lot of questions and backround checks, Tons of medical scanning. Physical condition analysis. Multiple trips to and from the office. Overall a decent experience. Be warned, It's not for everyone.
