There is a simple skills test of your knowledge of maps, identifying addresses, and reading comprehension. You are given your score the same day and if you pass you usually get a call back within a month as the census day approaches. There are other things that are filled out at the time of the test for payroll and other things. You are also finger printed. If you fail the test you can take it again at a later time. There is no formal interviewing, if you get the position you will get a call back. Once you get the call back you have a 3 day paid training session.

The process to become an Enumerator is very easy. You have to apply and they will train you. The training consists of teaching you hot to use the data base and how to record data as well as how to conduct interviews. They will also inform you of any regulations you have to follow.