I applied through university. The process took 1+ week. I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Broomfield, CO) in Mar 2011
Interview
The process was great and the people were very relaxed and kind. They do ask all about your background and be ready to use a lot of personal stories. To even get an interview, you have to score well on a personality test online.
I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Hartford, CT)
Interview
Was told about the program and how I would need to get certified to sell life insurance in order to participate in the program. The interviewer was laid back and relaxed. It was a group interview.
I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (San Jose, CA)
Interview
Three rounds with calls with the head of hiring and with the head of the department, all behavioral questions were asked at each round to get to know you and your network
I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Washington, DC)
Interview
Very basic and straightforward behavioral questions, nothing technical. Have a good idea of what you would be doing and why you want to work there so that you can speak to your skillset and how it aligns with the job description.