I applied in-person. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at US Navy (Harrisburg, PA) in Oct 2013
Interview
you have to be within height and weight standards to join along with a diploma and pass the initial test. also, you have to pass a drug test and have a clean criminal record. your potential jobs will be based on your test scores.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at US Navy (Mesa, AZ) in Jun 2023
Interview
very lengthy, and thorough. you're going to provide pretty much all information from your entire life and some from your immediate family as well, including step anything you might have, and a background of your education. Just make sure anything a recruiter tells you you're going to get, get it in writing or it doesn't count.
Asvab testing provided a categorization of job opportunities, followed by physical exams that ensured ability to complete the job. Clearances were given based off historical references and criminal records. Must be somewhat proficient in computers
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Question 1
Background check questions included character references from past relationships.
I applied through other source. I interviewed at US Navy
Interview
Long and drawn out, lots of tests and waiting. Best to understand what each job you are interested in is before going to MEPS as the job descriptions are not normally accurate. The people at MEPS are salespeople.