I applied through university. I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Irvine, CA) in Apr 2024
Interview
The first interview process was smooth like any other interview. On the second interview you can see the environment is a little cliquey, though it can happen at any company. Though it just felt a little unwelcoming when it like that on the interview. They also ghosted me when I messaged them asking about the status.
Very professional and provide a deep background and understanding of the company. The recruiters are very friendly and help guide you through the interview process. Is a multi-step interview process including surveys and questionaries.
I went through three rounds. You have an initial screening, a one hour interview with an advisor, then meet with a partner in-person if possible. Very detailed, and they bring up cultural test results and financial projections.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Who is someone in your current network that could benefit from this?
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual
Interview
Fortunately it was a decent introduction call.
Unfortunately the recruiter did not know the mission statement for the organization and did not look it up to share it.
Was also informed there were still to be four interviews in the interview process.