There’s real value to the application / interview process itself. And you are putting the word out that you are looking to grow and advance, which may mean you’re thought of for a future opportunity

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If you’re only interviewing/applying, what do you have to lose? Even if you don’t get the job, the interview will prepare you for when you go for the job in the future, you’ll be in their radar, and you’d still be exactly where you first were. They’ll know if you’re the right candidate for the job, from the interview, and are probably assuming a learning curve. They’ll risk is so low and the reward so high (hopefully) that you should totally just go for it and let them decide if you’re good fit

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always always try and be open to learning

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It’s better to show confidence & initiative wanting a promotion and be turned away than do nothing and have to wait with no eyes on you for further opportunities, they’ll be more likely to consider you for promotions if you just try right now

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If you don’t get it, you’ve shown initiative for putting yourself out there and applying, and that looks good to higher ups. You can also get feedback on what to do differently next time and brush up on your interview skills. Worst they say is no, which will be a bummer, but you’ll move on.

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