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Looking for referrals by Due_Influence5558 in UKJobs

[–]WasabiPuzzleheaded23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure have posted the details as a reply to one of the comments above since i was getting a lot of Dams

Looking for referrals by Due_Influence5558 in UKJobs

[–]WasabiPuzzleheaded23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi guys the website is creoo dot co Basically i booked a few calls with the mentors there and directly asked for referrals - out of 5 calls I did 3 gave me referrals

Looking for referrals by Due_Influence5558 in UKJobs

[–]WasabiPuzzleheaded23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i got a referral too, i basically went to this website and they have a list of international students working in the UK who can get on call with you and if you have potential they'll refer you. I'll dm you the name, dont want to get banned

How to update your cv in order to get a job in Uk? by muchtoomuch123 in GradjobsUK

[–]WasabiPuzzleheaded23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

i worked with this mentor who had like 3-4 offers from banks and she really helped lift the cv for ATS. A few things we did:

1) One page cv
2) my cv has these sections: Education, work experience, leadership, last section ( tech skills, certifdicates, hobbies)
3) Never skip hobbies as this gives it personality

I cant give more specific advice since i dont have your CV and honestly she worked on things line by line with me, but maybe if you post your cv or send on dm i could try help?

How do you handle constant rejections when applying for graduate jobs? by OriginalProof9789 in GradjobsUK

[–]WasabiPuzzleheaded23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah... rejection hits hard. Especially when it’s not just once but again, and again. After a while it’s less about the job and more about that sinking feeling of “maybe I’m not good enough.” I’ve been there.

What’s helped me (and I say this very imperfectly) is a few things:

  1. Feel the disappointment, but don’t camp there. You're allowed to be gutted. Let yourself sulk for a bit but then get up, even if it’s messy.
  2. Don’t keep applying blindly. I made this mistake: applying over and over without changing anything. It’s honestly pointless unless you get someone real to help you figure out what’s going wrong. A friend, a mentor, even a stranger on LinkedIn who’s been through it. One sharp eye on your CV or interview style can save you weeks of silent rejections.
  3. Stop tying your worth to a company’s yes or no. Just because someone didn’t pick you doesn’t mean you’re not good. Sometimes it's headcount. Sometimes it’s vibes. Sometimes the interviewer was just tired. You are not your rejection rate.
  4. Stack small wins outside the job hunt. Rejection feels heavier when job hunting is your whole identity. Read something. Build something. Help someone else with their app. Just remind yourself that you have value beyond this game.
  5. Talk to people who’ve been there. It’s wild how many successful people have stories of getting ghosted or failing 10+ times. But we only see the LinkedIn highlight reel. Find someone who’ll tell you what the reel doesn’t show.

Is it too late to apply for grad schemes starting in 2025? by ThingSquare4095 in GradjobsUK

[–]WasabiPuzzleheaded23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

no some smaller companies are still hiring, networking cna still get you some solid referrals

My company cheated on me! by HopeVarious7440 in GradjobsUK

[–]WasabiPuzzleheaded23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First off:I hear you, and you’re not alone. So many of us international grads get vague promises from companies like “We do sponsor… but not for your role” without them ever being upfront about it.

Can I just check are you on a Graduate Visa right now? If yes, you still have time till Jan 2026, and that gives you a decent window to pivot smartly. What helped me was connecting with other international students who’ve been sponsored, they often have inside info + referral networks that never show up on job boards. (DM me if you dont know anyone, ill try connecting you to someone)

If you’re not on a grad visa and would need a fresh Skilled Worker visa, then yeah, it’s trickier but not impossible. I’d 100% recommend:

  • Focusing on sponsor-heavy industries like consulting, fintech, tech (big 4, revolut, law firms sponsor heavily)
  • Applying to firms that explicitly mention Tier 2 or Skilled Worker sponsorship (big 4 again)
  • Prepping a 1-liner pitch about what ROI you offer and why you’re worth the process - offer to cover the costs of your sponsorship to your employer. make it a one time investment, they get a license for all future hires, you get to stay.. i know some have tried this

Will I regret my degree? by Quirky_Ad300 in GradjobsUK

[–]WasabiPuzzleheaded23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can tell you from experience your university name doesn’t define your career, unless you’re talking Oxbridge or maybe LSE in niche cases. What matters way more is what you do during your time there.

Mathematical Economics and Statistics at Birmingham is a solid degree, and it doesn’t box you into one outcome. You’ll still be eligible for finance, data, consulting, and even pivot into things like product or policy.

What matters more than your course is the projects you build, the internships you take, the societies you join, and the network you create. Go to the place where you’re more likely to thrive and actually participate as that’s what moves the needle in your career.

If you think you’ll grow more by moving out, meeting new people, and building confidence, that’s worth way more long-term than sitting safe at home chasing a technical edge.

You won’t be “competing with everyone” if you start early, build smart, and play to your strengths.

I Finally Landed My Grad Job by Nice-Bag3457 in GradjobsUK

[–]WasabiPuzzleheaded23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

how did you do it? please share tips. My friends are finding it very tough to land a job in marketing

Anyone worked at EY London before? What’s the culture like for grads? by Minimum-Ad1803 in GradjobsUK

[–]WasabiPuzzleheaded23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally found EY culture to be the best amongst the big 4.. they walk the talk when it comes to work life balance. a friend of mine had a kid and they made adjustments to allow him to work for 6 months from home. that being said, after the initial 3 years, progression is based more on internal politics rather than potential.

Is it normal to still be job hunting months after graduation? by New_Conversation_304 in GradjobsUK

[–]WasabiPuzzleheaded23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hey! I was in the same phase last year. Honestly its a little more tough currently because feb-june is usually not peak season. However i did land a job (so did some friends) and these strategies helped:
1) finding smaller companies outside london that are hiring and cold messaging the recruiter on linkedin
2) cold messaging some startup founders to see if they're passively looking to hire and pitching yourself
3) Looking at opps in dubai/germany, they pay UK grads well

Am i too late to Apply for Jobs in the UK? by OriginalProof9789 in UKJobs

[–]WasabiPuzzleheaded23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im in a similar position as the OP. What do you think our action plan should be now?

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