I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Progressive Insurance in Aug 2010
Interview
The interview process was fairly easy, although lengthy (it takes about a month with several interviews). There was an initial phone screening followed by assessments, then a phone interview, then a manager meeting.
The initial screening is typical questions such as salary expectations and 3-5 year goals.
For the assessments, study the Wonderlic test prep information found online--the first part is actually called the Wonderlic exam. The second part is a personality exam where you choose how a statement fits you between 1 and 5.
The phone interview is a behavioral interview so think of 4 or 5 different situations in which you interacted with customers. Challenges you faced and tough situations. Also stressful times when there was a lot going on and how you coped.
The actual manager interview was relaxed, with the interviewer I had. Questions were like “When was a time you had to interpret a policy or procedure at your workplace?” and “What was the most challenging group or team you ever took part in? What was challenging about it and what resulted?”
Unfortunately I wasn't offered a job because I "don't have enough experience"; however, hopefully my experience can help others hoping to apply at Progressive.
I interviewed at Progressive Insurance (Portland, OR)
Interview
3 interviews total, 1 recorded of yourself answering questions the have for you. 2nd is with someone and 3rd is also with a manager then talking about next steps. It was more intense than I thought.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a time you had to discuss a difficult conversation with a customer
I applied online. I interviewed at Progressive Insurance
Interview
Very impersonal and did not get to speak to someone in person everything was video recorded. It took a long time for them to finally decline my video interview. That's it
I interviewed at Progressive Insurance (Modesto, CA)
Interview
Study the STAR method of interviewing and you will do great! Asking questions like “Tell me about a difficult time you had at work and how you handled it.” Answer all questions using the Star method
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a difficult time you had at work and how you handled it.