Content Writer
Career coach specializing in job search strategies for international students and new graduates.
Strong education professional with expertise in career development and job search strategies. Specialized knowledge in helping international students and professionals navigate the U.S. job market.
Experienced career advisor with a demonstrated history of working with job seekers, international students, and professionals across various industries. Skilled in resume optimization, interview preparation, and strategic career planning.
Published 10 articles on Flashfire Blog, sharing practical insights and proven strategies to help job seekers succeed in their career journey.
JOB SEARCH STRATEGY
By Arjun Sharma
You're not the only one who feels frustrated, confused, or even discouraged while seeking employment. People looking for work all over the US are asking the same thing: why is it so hard to find a job when they have degrees, experience, and skills? There has never been a bigger gap between job openings and actual hiring, and getting turned down or not hearing back can be very hard on your mental health. This <a href="https://www.flashfirejobs.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:#2563eb; text-decoration: underline;">Flashfirejobs</a> blog discusses the real reasons why it is so difficult to find a job in the US right now and goes deeper than just the surface issues and explains the underlying dynamics. This guide explains why job searching feels harder than ever, from changes in the economy and hiring slowdowns to automation, applicant tracking systems, and employer expectations. You will also learn how to tell if your job search is challenging because of personal issues or the job market, what to do when your job search isn't going well, how to improve your chances, and what experts think will happen in the future of hiring. This blog is for you, whether you're a recent graduate, an experienced professional, or someone who is going back to work.
Jan 12, 2025
12 MIN READ
SUCCESS STORIES
By Arjun Sharma
An international student's real experience using flashfirejobs.com to apply to 1,000 jobs in 45 days. The results: 17 recruiter replies, 7 interview rounds, and 2 offers.
Jul 23, 2025
6 MIN READ
SUCCESS STORIES
By Arjun Sharma
For every international student or professional job seeker in the U.S., one question can make or break a job application: 'Are you authorized to work in the U.S.?' Here's how to answer it correctly.
Jul 25, 2025
6 MIN READ
CAREER ADVICE
By Arjun Sharma
Landing a job in the U.S. can feel like an uphill battle. We analyzed over 10,000 U.S. job listings to pinpoint exactly what employers want in 2025.
Oct 8, 2025
15 MIN READ
CAREER PLANNING
By Arjun Sharma
A thought-provoking guide for students shaping their global careers. Both paths have their appeal — and their trade-offs.
Oct 14, 2025
12 MIN READ
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
By Arjun Sharma
For most international students, graduation in the United States is a moment suspended between pride and panic. Pride because you've done something few ever attempt — moving across continents, surviving cultural shocks, mastering an education system that runs on relentless performance.
Oct 22, 2025
12 MIN READ
CAREER PLANNING
By Arjun Sharma
Every year, thousands of international students arrive in the United States with high ambitions and the hope of building successful careers. However, the excitement of a new beginning often fades as students face the realities of rent, tuition, and day-to-day living costs.
Oct 27, 2025
10 MIN READ
VISA & IMMIGRATION
By Arjun Sharma
If you're graduating in 2025 or 2026, you're entering a U.S. job market that's full of opportunity — and complexity. The demand for international talent remains robust. American employers are hiring record numbers of STEM graduates under Optional Practical Training (OPT), and industries from technology to finance are competing for skilled professionals.
Oct 27, 2025
13 MIN READ
JOB SEARCH STRATEGY
By Arjun Sharma
How international students transformed their job search by working with AI instead of against it. Discover how Flashfire became the bridge between talent and opportunity in the age of automation.
Nov 6, 2025
15 MIN READ