The document provides tips for conducting an effective interview with an exchange participant (EP). It recommends breaking the ice by chatting before the interview and asking follow up questions to get deeper understanding. It also suggests flexibly tailoring questions based on the EP's responses, setting clear expectations about the internship and recruitment process, and evaluating the EP's critical thinking, motivation, and independence. The goal is to select EPs that are a good match for the program's core values and avoid potential misunderstandings.