PRESENT: To start, introduce (or reintroduce) yourself, not including what and where you're studying and your graduation date. Your interviewer may be aware of these, but it's information you know well, helping you establish confidence.

PAST: Next, choose 2 or 3 examples from your experiences that align with the role's qualifications, showcase your skills, and give you a competitive edge. What information should the interviewer know about you to make a hiring decision?

FUTURE: Wrap up by talking about why you're excited about the role or why you are a strong fit.

EXAMPLE

"I am a Master student at King Abdullah University of Science & Technology in Statistics studies. I was introduced to the influence of data in decision-making in one of my courses, and I was intrigued by how data was used to help a company position its product.

I led a case study with a team of four other students that analyzed the data set to generate recommendations. I pursued this type of work further last summer at INVENTO, a local startup. After a presentation to clients, I was humbled when they opted to move forward with my recommendation.

To date, the client has reported the increased conversion of site traffic to establish accounts. I'm excited to share more regarding my experiences and how they align with the needs of this position."