Easy interview. Not very long. Test makes biggest difference. I accepted right after. Went to boot camp. Passed. Fitness is very important. Study hard. Be respectful. You'll make it too.
I applied in-person. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at US Coast Guard (Atlanta, GA) in Oct 2016
Interview
Really about gathering a portfolio to make yourself look more marketable. Resume, recommendation letters, transcripts, narrative, etc. Of course, tests such as the ASVAB play a major role in your placement. The higher the score, the more jobs that are available to you.
I applied in-person. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at US Coast Guard (Albuquerque, NM) in Jul 2015
Interview
A recruiter will ask you why you want to join, and what job type you would like to pursue. The recruiter will try to fill positions that are hard to fill, but if you have a specific job type you want to pursue like IT, Medical, or Engineering be sure to tell them you want a guarantee "A" School prior to signing an enlistment contract, also ask about signing bonuses. If you have a degree be sure to let them know you may be eligible for special programs.