Depends on the person interviewing you. The 1st assistant who interviewed me was eventually fired for theft and for sitting most of his shifts. When he asked me to rate myself 1-10, I rated myself a 6 (my credentials showed I was better). Although the interview went on from there, it was pretty much over. I later found out that I needed to at least rate myself a 9 or 10 (1-10). As a liar, he expected me to lie. I eventually got the job, because one of the 2nd assistants (the one who did the 1st assistant's job for him to prevent the store from going under) looked at my resume and said I deserved a chance. ADVICE: repeat your resume, they probably didn't read it, and if they did, they skimmed. If you're a quiet person who just likes to do your job well, get used to acting pretty cocky and telling your interviewer why you're the best thing since sliced bread. It doesn't matter that it's a first job, if an older person is interviewing you, you are applying for a position below their highest achievement so adjust accordingly.