Manobharathi

Most international student stories talk about ambition and career goals. Mine was about something more.

Yes, I wanted to grow professionally. But choosing the UK for my master's was also about finding the right school for my daughter, creating a stable English-speaking environment for my family, and building a future we could all share.

The stakes were higher. The priorities were different.

When I started my job search near the end of my course, I didn’t approach it with panic. I approached it strategically.

Over 50 job applications 10 interview calls 5 final rounds 3 job offers

That’s not something you hear often from international students. But then again, my journey wasn't like most.

One of the biggest turning points came from an unexpected place. My previous employer, the one I had left to pursue this degree, reached out to me. They offered me my old role back. Same position, much better pay.

It felt good to be wanted. But that wasn’t the goal I had worked so hard for.

Still, it gave me something I didn’t have before: leverage.

I let the company I was truly interested in know about the offer. Things moved fast after that. Their timeline shortened. Their offer improved. Suddenly, I was in a position to choose what worked best for me and my family.

That’s the power of having options. Instead of waiting for luck, I was finally in control.

Ofcourse, I made mistakes too. I spent more time applying and less time building real connections. If I could go back, I would start networking from the very first day.

The message templates from Unibot by Unimad helped me break the silence. They gave me the right words to reach out, to connect, and to stand out in a crowded job market.

Between July and October 2024, I made the shift from uncertain student to confident professional. From chasing roles to choosing one that truly aligned.

If you’re on this path, especially with family responsibilities, Stay patient. Learn from every rejection. And never forget what value you will add.

You don’t need dozens of offers. You just need the right one.

Sometimes, the right offer comes when you know your worth, stay confident, and aren’t afraid to ask for what you deserve.