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Unit Supply Specialist at US Army
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Cerritos, CA Jan 2010 – Reviewed May 20, 2013 New
Interview Details – just go to a recruiting center and you will go to basic
Interview Question – no difficult questions, they try to hire you Answer Question
Negotiation Details – there were no negotiations
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Army Officer at US Army
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Nov 2009 – Reviewed May 19, 2013 New
Interview Details – Becoming an Army Officer is challenging but not difficult, all courses are designed for you to succeed. OCS (officer candidate school) is the biggest hurtle consisting of Physical Conditioning, Military Academics, and leadership potential. One is graded and ranked with peers in the above category and is only selected is he or she passes all 3 functional areas according to Army Standards.
Interview Question – The most challenging part of being an Army Officer is handling stress and responsibility. The Army gives you near impossible tasks and expects it to be done on time and accurately. You must manage the time of others to accomplish goals and make the mission happen. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – If you time it right you will be able to choose your duty location if there is vacancies. Many have very few assignments and go where the Army needs them.
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Platoon Sergeant at US Army
Accepted Offer – Reviewed May 19, 2013 New
Interview Details – Easy, just take the ASVAB, pass physical and see what jobs are open....the skies the limit
Negotiation Details – None available for pay, but bonuses and other perks can be bargined for.
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Human Resources Supervisor at US Army
No Offer – Interviewed in Fort Campbell, KY – Reviewed May 19, 2013 New
Interview Details –
Being in the military there is not much in the area of hiring and interviewing unless you are in a senior level position.
Once you are assigned to the unit, a HR Specialist or Supervisor assigns you to your company based on numerical needs and not if you would be best suited for that position.
Interview Question – Why was I coming to the company was the most difficult question. Answer Question
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Senior Financial Management Analyst at US Army
Accepted Offer – Reviewed May 16, 2013 New
Interview Details – Be a high school graduate or GED holder with at least 3 college classes complete and no criminal record. Be of strong work ethic and ready to work as a team and follow instructions without rebuttal.
Interview Question – Arrest record View Answer
Negotiation Details – Complete basic training and be ready for success in life
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Combat Medic at US Army
Accepted Offer – Reviewed May 11, 2013 New
Interview Details – Talk to a recruiter and be specific on what you want. He will take care of you after that.
Interview Question – Why do you want to join? View Answer
Negotiation Details – Exams and tests
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25B at US Army
Accepted Offer – Reviewed May 9, 2013 New
Interview Details – Contract
Interview Question – No interview questions Answer Question
Negotiation Details – 6 Years as a 25B with no bonus.
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E5 - Army - Sergeant at US Army
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Phoenix, AZ Feb 2009 – Reviewed May 1, 2013
Interview Details – Was very easy for myself
Negotiation Details – Very simple
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Section Chief at US Army
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Sep 2009 – Reviewed Apr 30, 2013
Interview Details – Recruiter and MEPs. Contracts afterwards.
Negotiation Details – Reasonable
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Diesel Mechanic at US Army
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Greenville, SC – Reviewed Apr 28, 2013
Interview Details – There isn't really an interview but there is a lot of things that have to be done in order to be selected. Your medical records are looked at as well as criminal records, driving accidents, the ASVAB testing which determines your strengths and weakness in certain work areas.
Interview Question – The most difficult portion of joining was the standing in a room in your undergarments for 5 hours and your not aloud to sit. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – There isn't really a negotiation on jobs or bonuses. They offer what shows up according to where you scored on the ASVAB. If you don't like the job they are offering you don't take it.
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