I applied through university. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (New York, NY) in Feb 2012
Interview
Fill out questionaire and discuss answers. There is a 2nd process but I decided not to do it. You have to study for a test, probably to obtain the license but didn't have time to study. Lady was real nice, wasn't intimidating, she real real friendly, offered me coffee and water.
Interview process was robotic and not interesting. Met with the branch manager and the entire interview felt off and weird. Can't explain it but it seemed like the manager wasn't interested in anything I had to say.
I applied online. I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual
Interview
Pretty common questions were asked, everything went great however I was looking for more stable income at the time, so I decided to decline the offer given me. Very professional.