Don't be too hard on yourself, you probably were better than you think. The interviewer appeared to like what you said and could see you were desperate for the job. Better that than someone laid back.
You seem to have a lot going for you ie good academic background combined with practical experience plus you are really really keen to work. Your future employer is looking for that.
If you do get a 2nd interview then your struggles in the 1st interview are all history. The interviewees left are all at the same starting line.
Interviewers are looking to find out:
* Why should we employ you?
* Why do you want the job?
Of course they may ask 15 different questions that combined cover these 2 key criteria.
Also other questions like:
* Tell me 3 words that describe yourself?
* Give me an example when you were able to handle a complaint?
Assume you will get the next interview and start preparing. For a start think of all the good things you have done in your life and think whether they could be used to assist answer a question.
Ask yourself the 2 main questions, in fact why don't you write them down in point form
Use this as a good way to boost your confidence.
Good Luck
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