I applied online. I interviewed at Sanford C. Bernstein (West Palm Beach, FL) in May 2019
Interview
Very very lengthy. They will play extremely hard to get and expect you to follow up if conversation goes cold. Remember your value and don't let them dictate it to you.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Sanford C. Bernstein in May 2010
Interview
I had been warned that bernstein is a ruthless, tough company to interview for. I've been told they hire 1 out of 100 people they interview. They turned about to be unprofessional as well. They called and tried to cancel two hours before interview, after I flew to NY the night before. Interviewer was harried, disorganized and abrupt. Despite all the research I was required to do, the interviewer apparently hadn't bothered to read my profile. Needless to say, it didn't work out well and I saw it coming. Make sure that the recruiter has thoroughly vetted you and that your trip won't be wasted.