I applied in-person. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at The Virginian Pilot (Norfolk, VA)
Interview
Very simple, multiple interviews with reporters and editors. It was a very laid back atmosphere, low pressure. It was a series of interviews over two days, but they were slow getting back to me with a decision.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They were very focused on teamwork, and asked a lot of questions about the types of stories and subjects I'd be interested in.
I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at The Virginian Pilot (Norfolk, VA)
Interview
Lengthy "targeted selection" interview with several staff reporters and editors. Took full day of interviews and writing/style tests. "Give me a situation where X happened and how did you solve it" or "Describe a time when X happened and what steps did you take to solve it" or "How do you deal with edits, etc,etc
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Give me a situation where you had a conflict with a source and how did you overcome that?