The interview began with introductions, during which I introduced myself and the hiring manager provided an overview of their role. We then discussed my educational background and aspirational career goals to assess alignment with the position and company culture. The hiring manager reviewed key rules and regulations relevant to the role to ensure understanding of expectations. We also negotiated the base pay, discussing compensation in relation to responsibilities and experience. The overall conversation was informative, professional, and provided a clear sense of the role and organizational values.