I applied in-person. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at European Commission
Interview
I sent CV and cover letter, then was invited to a panel interview. It was a bit hard but people were very nice. They asked behavioral questions. I also took a test for about 30 minutes.
I applied through other source. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at European Commission in May 2017
Interview
Un entretien telephonique apres plusieurs mois. Evaluation de competences et tour d'horizon afin de verifier la preparation et la motivation pour le travail en question. Une forme de quiz, un questionnement sur les experiences, le suivi des motivations ainsi qu'une discussion sur les valeurs et la culture partagee.
I applied through college or university. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at European Commission (Brüssel) in Jul 2018
Interview
Entretien face à face avec le responsable de la DG en question; très ouvert et à l'écoute, pas de questions compliquées, explication du stage à effectuer (stage de 4 mois).