After a particularly difficult night, I woke up in the morning with a text from a random number. The text was a client's parent telling me that their child was finally home... It was the first time I felt like I was making a real impact on someone's life.
I entered this program with barely any experience and just a love for politics and the government. Authenticity and composure go a long way in not only an interview but also once you get the job as well.