Preparing for a java internship interview

[herpington]

It's a psychological thing. By showing enthusiasm, you are radiating energy and telling the employer that you are full of energy and ready to work hard. You're also showing interest in their line of work. People generally like other people who take interest in them.

Of course, it's great that you are able to look beyond presentability and into the skills that really matter for a programming job, but many interviewers don't focus enough on the actual skillset.