I applied through a recruiter. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at US Marine Corps
Interview
Be sure what you want when you walk in. Do your research and understand everything that you are signing if you don't ask or read it yourself. What you sign is going to affect your life for the next few years so do it right.
I applied in-person. I interviewed at US Marine Corps (Richmond, VA) in Jan 2012
Interview
Short and sweet, they want people in quickly so they just want to ensure that you meet the minimum standards of no drug use or tattoos. They do care that you are in physical shape, but they believe that is what boot camp is for and that will put you in. also you get to pick your job out at that process, so beware of any tricks they might try to put on you. it would be smart to bring someone who is in the military or ssmart with you