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Building a U.S. Tech Career

Avoid Common Mistakes International Students Make

Created by Dr. Rose Shumba, a Computer Science professor, and tech mentor featured in the New York Times for her high-impact internship programs, she received the University System of MD 2024 Elkins Transformation Award to explore establishing an Experiential Learning Center. With over 25 years of experience mentoring and building employer partnerships, she's helped hundreds of students land full-time roles at companies at high-tech companies.

What If You Could Finally Say:

"I know exactly how to navigate the U.S. tech industry as an international student—and turn my background into an advantage."

Instead of feeling confused by visa requirements or struggling with cultural differences, what if you had a clear roadmap designed specifically for international students like you?

 

Does This Sound Familiar?

  • You're struggling to understand the U.S. job search process and culture
  • You're confused about visa requirements and work authorization options
  • You worry about language barriers during networking and interviews
  • You're unsure how to position your international background as a strength
  • You don't have access to the same networks as domestic students

Imagine Where You Could Be Just Weeks From Now…

  • Confidently navigating the U.S. tech job market with a clear strategy
  • Understanding exactly how to leverage CPT, OPT, and other work authorizations
  • Networking effectively despite cultural differences
  • Positioning your international perspective as a unique advantage
  • Following a clear roadmap designed specifically for your situation

What You'll Learn (and Why It Matters):

Understanding the U.S. System

→ Master the U.S. immigration pathways and work authorization options To maximize your legal work opportunities without risking your immigration status.

→ Navigate the unique aspects of U.S. tech recruiting and hiring So that you can succeed in a system that works differently than in your home country.

→ Identify visa-friendly employers and opportunities So that you focus your job search efforts on companies that actually sponsor international candidates.

Building Your Cultural Bridge

→ Decode the unwritten rules of American workplace communication So that you can build rapport with colleagues and avoid unintentional cultural missteps.

→ Develop effective networking strategies across cultural differences So that you can build a professional network despite not having existing U.S. connections.

→ Master the art of "selling yourself" in the American context So that you can promote your skills confidently in a culture that values self-advocacy.

Creating Your International Advantage

→ Transform your international background into a compelling value proposition So that employers see your unique perspective as an asset, not a liability.

→ Highlight cross-cultural competencies that domestic candidates lack So that you stand out in interviews by emphasizing skills American candidates don't possess.

→ Develop strategies to overcome common objections about visa status So that you can address employers' concerns before they become roadblocks.

Building Your Success Timeline

→ Create a strategic job search timeline aligned with visa requirements So that you secure employment within the critical windows required by immigration regulations.

→ Develop contingency plans for various immigration scenarios So that you have backup options if your primary path encounters obstacles.

→ Build a long-term career strategy for permanent residency So that you can plan for a sustainable future in the U.S. tech industry.

What's Included:

  • 59-page comprehensive digital workbook (PDF format)
  • Visa and work authorization planning templates
  • Cultural communication guides and scripts
  • International advantage resume and interview frameworks
  • U.S. tech job search timeline templates
  • Networking scripts and email templates
  • BONUS: International Student Success Stories & Strategies
  • Lifetime access to all materials

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What People Are Saying:

"As an international student, I was struggling to network effectively until I applied the cultural communication strategies in this workbook. I secured three interviews within weeks of changing my approach."

— Tendai, Zimbabwe

"This workbook was a game-changer for my U.S. job search. The visa timeline planning alone saved me from making a critical mistake that would have jeopardized my work authorization."

— Priya M., India