I applied through an employee referral. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Apple (Newark, DE) in May 2015
Interview
A friend referred me a few months go. A week ago, I get an emailed invite to a hiring event at my local apple store the following Sunday. Unlike what the other people have mentioned about how large the event was, my event only had about 15 or 20 people. It didn't seem like they paid attention to everyone - until they broke us up in groups of four. That's when an apple leader (and we had a genius expert that worked there hopped in our group to observe) flipped through different questions on a iPad and everyone had a chance to answer. That went on for 15 or 20 minutes before we all got back together and watched the ending slideshow. All and all, apple knows they're great and do not need anyone else telling them how great they are.
Surprisingly enough, I got another emailed invite to pick a day and time for a second interview. This time, it was a one on one with a manger. The guy came off as very cocky while he told me about himself. Honestly, the whole one on one was very unbearable and his attitude (which wasn't that great) effected me and pretty much dragged me down.
I got a rejection email 24 hours later, which I was already expecting. I might apply again in 6 months, but I do hope if I make to the one on one again I do not get the same manager.
I applied online. The process took 6 weeks. I interviewed at Apple (Washington, DC)
Interview
It was a group interview format, with about 4 other candidates and we were given questions across all candidates. Also, we were given an opportunity to ask questions at the end.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked about a challenge I have come across and how that was handled.
The interview was a group format with several candidates. Each session included a few behavioral questions, and candidates were randomly called on to respond. It focused on teamwork, customer experience, and motivation. One example question was, ‘Why do you want to work at Apple?’ Overall, it was a positive and welcoming experience.
I applied in-person. I interviewed at Apple (Shanghai, Shanghai)
Interview
Today is a group interview. Introduce yourself. A total of 10 people will answer questions in turn. Recommend Apple products/features. What work/learning experience do you think is more fulfilling? Your understanding of the work of experts. Be prepared to dig deep into your resume, conduct interviews, etc. It is not particularly difficult. Just prepare more and be confident.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What work/learning experience do you think is more fulfilling?