When preparing for this question, it can be helpful to make a list for reference during your interview. It is important to include time spent in banking or related financial roles, but you will also want to include time spent in roles that rely on important relationship banking skills such as retail or customer service-focused roles. For each item in your list, write down the relevant skills, what you did, and your time spent in each. Also, be sure the list you develop coincides with your resume as discrepancies between the two may cause your interviewer to become confused.

Graduating students - Don't forget to consider your relevant coursework. Accounting, finance, marketing, risk, and management are worth mentioning if your professional experience is limited.