Hope you get the job! There's a laundry list of employers in my state, including one hospital group, that openly will not hire smokers, period. There's also rental places (apartments, etc.) that will not lease to smokers. Doesn't matter the qualifications, talent, experience.....it's a deal-breaker. Some states have laws protecting people from being discriminated against for "lifestyle choices"...including smoking (and yes, drinking, etc.) - but my state isn't one of them. The good news is - you ARE getting interviews!! I haven't even been able to get those....so....hang in there! When it comes to looking for a job / changing jobs....all you CAN do is keep bashing away. Very hard, very discouraging, especially when you don't get any response back to all your hard work in looking and applying. Given that your interview went well despite the initial phone call....there's hope for you, yes? Stay strong!