I applied through a recruiter. The process took 12 months. I interviewed at US Navy (Los Angeles, CA) in Jan 2015
Interview
In order to be considered for the Navy Nuclear program the individual has to successfully complete a nuclear field placement exam. Depending on the score of the sections of the exam the nuclear specialty will be determined based on proficiency in different skill sets.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at US Navy (Washington, DC)
Interview
All nuclear officers interview with Naval Reactors. The interviews consist of several basic math and physics questions. You will interview directly at Naval Reactors in Washington DC. Typically, you will interview with at least two NR engineers who set some time aside from their usual work schedules to talk to you. The questions usually involved basic calculus, statics and dynamics, statistics, etc.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I was asked to calculate the area of a circle using an integral.
I applied in-person. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at US Navy (Sacramento, CA)
Interview
There was no interview. Just talking with a recruiter and signing up. They ask about your interests and general background, then explain benefits and opportunities. They'll also explain a bit of the lifestyle and what is required to do well. Of course none of that means a hill of beans until you're actually in the service doing the job and learning the culture.