As college students begin second semester and start searching for summer internships, “real jobs” and graduate schools, interviews ominously appear on the horizon. Based on advice from Gannett Money columnist Andrea Kay and the Boston College Career Center, here are three interview tips every student should know.

1. Demonstrate that you are needed.
2. You’ve done the work, now communicate it.
3. Know your employer.

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