Nirnay Patel

Candidate Success Specialist | Coaching International MS Graduates to Crack US Interviews & Networking

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

About

I help international students studying in the US transition from waiting to act to taking intentional steps toward landing interviews. Many students underestimate how early they need to start, so I guide them through building structure and focus from day one. Students I speak with often experience: • Uncertainty about finding internships, co-ops, or full-time roles • Stress about visa timelines like OPT and CPT • Difficulty understanding US recruiting expectations • Hesitation around networking, self-branding, and outreach With JobSpot, I: • Connect with students who want to proactively build career outcomes • Share opportunities, events, and tactical job-search resources • Offer free clarity calls that break their search into manageable steps • Introduce programs covering resumes, LinkedIn, networking strategies, and interview practice My outreach is done through LinkedIn, engaging STEM and business students with authentic, helpful conversations that lead to growth rather than confusion. I also ensure students get access to mentors and career support they can rely on. If you're ready to turn your US education into a professional opportunity, feel free to connect—I’m here to guide you.

Experience

  • Career Readiness Coach – US Job Market for International Students at JobSpot
    Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

    As a Career Readiness Coach – US Job Market for International Students at JobSpot, I support international master’s students who want to start their US career journey with structure, guidance, and a clear roadmap that aligns with employer expectations. My work includes: • Reaching out to international students and recent graduates who plan to build their careers in the United States • Initiating conversations around OPT and CPT job options, STEM roles, H1B-friendly companies, and current US hiring patterns • Sharing useful content, job leads, and resources through LinkedIn messaging, social media, and email outreach • Inviting students to clarity calls designed to explain resumes, LinkedIn positioning, networking approaches, and interview readiness • Nurturing long-term relationships with motivated students working toward internships, co-ops, and full-time jobs in the US market

  • Web Development Intern at Prodigy InfoTech
    Nov 2023 - Dec 2023 · 2 mos