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So the way I interpret this is as a normal 'Why you' question. As such, I would basically follow the same structure as in a written 'Why you' answer:

1. In the introduction, state that there are X number of reasons the firm should hire me.
2. State that Reason 1 is that you have Y relevant skill/attribute. Then explain which experience demonstrates this, using a STAR structure. Finally, explain why Y skill/attribute is actually relevant for a trainee's success.
3. Repeat step 2 for the other skills/attributes
4. In the last 10 seconds, summarize your points and state again that this recommends you for the role.

Now, some points to keep in mind besides this basic structure:

• This being a VI, you want to be very careful with the time limit. Consequently, avoid at all costs the temptation to overcommit in the introduction by stating something like 'I will provide you with 5 reasons' only to then find out you can only properly discuss 2/3. I advise you to experiment with different time limits when practicing beforehand to gauge how many relevant points you can actually discuss. If there is any doubt as you are starting the VI, err on the side of caution and commit yourself to less rather than more. If you find yourself having some extra time at the end, you can also add 'Besides these reasons, another final point that I think is worth mentioning is...'
• To try to set yourself apart from the crowd, you can make your job purposefully more difficult and interpret the question as something like 'Why should we hire you instead of the many other great candidates?'. To answer that, instead of just identifying skills/attributes that are relevant, you should (i) argue that the skills that you possess are particularly important for the job - more so than the many others that are merely relevant; and (ii) argue that you possess those skills at a particularly exceptional level when compared to many other talented candidates.