It is common to have an exceptional application, with a stellar academic background and experiences, yet arrive at the interview nerve-wrecked. Breathe, you are not alone! An interview is always an intimidating event, but remember that the most challenging part is already done; you’ve been invited to an interview, which means you’ve already made a great impression.
One of the best ways to lower stress levels and bring out your personality is to participate in mock interviews. These give you a clear idea of what the day of the actual interview will look like, and you’ll already be familiar with it.
Practicing with actual questions you’ll encounter, receiving unbiased feedback, improving weak spots, and working on your timing is extremely important; the more prepared you are, the less nervous you’ll be!