Career Transformation
- 3 high-touch coaching sessions (90 min each, 4.5 hours total) - Resume + LinkedIn rewrite (delivered as polished artifacts) - Custom job search strategy + target company list - Visa-aware career strategy: H-1B timing, OPT optimization, sponsorship-friendly company targeting - Interview prep + cold outreach framework - *Personal endorsement to relevant contacts in my network (where genuinely beneficial — not promised in all cases) - Complementary 12 months Demystifyd Premium Access (AI job matching, H-1B intelligence, daily job alerts, full platform access. Learn more: demystifyd.com) - Direct Slack access for 3 weeks *Personal introductions to relevant network contacts where genuinely beneficial. I only intro clients I'd personally vouch for, so this isn't guaranteed in every engagement — but for the right fit, my network is open.
What's included
I'm direct, fast-moving, and outcome-focused. I'm here to help you get where you want to go, which usually requires telling you what's actually working in your current approach and what isn't. My process across the 3-week engagement looks like this: Session 1 (90 min) — Diagnostic and Strategy. We go deep on where you are: your current materials, your job search history, your visa timeline, your real goals (not just what you wrote on your application). By the end of this session, you'll have clarity on what's been holding you back and a concrete strategy for the next 30 days. Between sessions: I rewrite your resume and LinkedIn while you build your target company list. We use Slack to stay in sync — you'll get my eyes on materials, my reactions to job postings you're considering, and quick tactical guidance as situations come up. Session 2 (90 min) — Execution and Outreach. We work through your target list, refine your cold outreach approach, and pressure-test your application strategy. You leave this session with a specific 2-week execution plan and the materials to run it. Session 3 (90 min) — Interview Prep and Closing. We do mock interviews, work through the "visa question" specifically, and prepare you for the offer negotiation and visa timing conversations that will come up. By the end, you have everything you need to run the search yourself. What sets this apart: I've actually navigated this path. I'm not a career coach reading from a generic playbook — I went F-1 → OPT → STEM extension → EB-2 NIW while shipping product at Apple, NVIDIA, and Tesla. I know which interview questions are landmines for international candidates, which companies' sponsorship promises don't survive contact with reality, and which visa decisions you make in year one quietly limit year five. I work with a small number of clients at a time so the work stays high-touch. I'll be honest about what's working and what isn't. And I'll be in your corner — because the U.S. job market is harder for international students than it should be, and the playbook that works for domestic candidates won't get you where you need to go.
- A repositioned resume and LinkedIn profile built specifically for visa-friendly tech roles, optimized for both ATS systems and recruiter scanning
- A target company list of 10-20 employers with strong H-1B sponsorship track records, ranked by fit to your background and goals
- A clear visa-aware job search strategy that accounts for your OPT timeline, STEM extension eligibility, and H-1B filing windows — so you're applying to the right roles at the right time
- A personalized cold outreach framework with templates, target contacts, and a 30-day execution plan to start landing intro calls within weeks, not months
- Interview readiness for behavioral, technical PM, and product sense rounds — with specific preparation for how international candidates should navigate the "visa question" when it comes up
- Direct access to my network where there's genuine fit (no guaranteed introductions, but real ones where they make sense)
- 12 months of Demystifyd Premium access — so the AI job matching, H-1B sponsorship intelligence, daily job alerts with hiring contacts continue working for you long after our sessions end.
Meet your expert
David A.
Ex-Apple/NVIDIA/Tesla • Harvard+CMU Engineer • International student coach
I came to the United States as an immigrant on an F-1 visa without a clear roadmap. Over time, I built a career working with companies like Apple, NVIDIA, and Tesla, earned degrees from Carnegie Mellon University, and am currently completing my Master’s at Harvard Kennedy School. I also successfully navigated the U.S. immigration system and received an EB-2 National Interest Waiver (green card) based on my work in technology and entrepreneurship. Because of that journey, I understand the unique challenges international professionals face when trying to build a career in the U.S. My coaching focuses on helping immigrants and international students break into elite tech companies, craft powerful professional narratives, and position themselves for long-term immigration success, including strategies around sponsorship, career positioning, and entrepreneurship pathways. In addition to my work in industry, I’m the founder of Demystifyd, a platform dedicated to helping international professionals access better career opportunities and navigate the complexities of building a life and career in the United States. If you're an ambitious international professional looking to break into top tech companies and build a long-term future in the U.S., I’d be excited to work with you. Learn more about my work: https://davidajoku.com/
