I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3+ months. I interviewed at US Army in Oct 2010
Interview
Recruiting office should enroll you in a Future Soldiers Program, which teaches you a few basic thing to know before you enter basic training. Also there is a Physical Fitness Test require, and height and weight, also background check.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
You must be willing to give the ultimate sacrifice for your Country or make the other guy do it for his.
I applied in-person. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at US Army (Orlando, FL)
Interview
There was first the initial interview with the recruiter. Secondly, one had to pass the ASVAB test. Once one has met that requirement, a complete assessment and contract obligations were to be accomplished at the MEPS station. Finally, one had to swear allegiance to the United States, US Army, and the Constitution.