I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Microsoft (Redmond, WA) in Aug 2010
Interview
Recruiting is fantastic. They really engage. Interview is a full day / 6 hour loop. One hour interviews. Heavy behavioral interviewing focus. Offer comes in from HR, via a phone call.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The only difficult questions will be for people coming in from the outside. MSFT has its own culture and lingo.
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Microsoft
Interview
I applied through a small consulting firm. I interviewed with the President of the company over the phone, then came in for an in person interview a few days later. I was introduced to the team and within a week, I was offered a position.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is your experience in Project Management and Business Analyst? Why do you think you'd be a good candidate?