F1 to OPT to MS: Your U.S. Career Guide with Prajun Trital

Planning to study in the U.S.?

Or already here and unsure how to navigate your academic and career path? I’ve been in your shoes — and now I want to help you avoid the mistakes I made and fast-track your journey.

In 2017, I came to the U.S. for my Bachelor’s in Computer Science. After graduating, I used my OPT and STEM OPT to work for 3 years at two mid-sized tech companies — even though I wasn’t a DSA expert.

🎯 What I learned?

📌 DSA alone isn’t enough — especially for small/mid-sized companies.

📌 What really matters: building real projects, showing initiative, and having the right attitude.

📌 It’s easy to waste time without guidance — I made mistakes I could’ve avoided with a mentor.

Now, I’m pursuing my Master’s in Computer Science on a full tuition waiver (✅ no GRE required), and working as a Graduate Research Assistant. I’ve learned how to make the system work for you — and I want to share that with you.

💬 In this call, I’ll help you:

✅ Understand what you should actually focus on during your Bachelor’s or Master’s

✅ Avoid the common mistakes international students make

✅ Build a clear roadmap for jobs, internships, F1/OPT/STEM OPT, and long-term success

✅ Know how to stand out — even without perfect DSA or a 10/10 resume

✅ Ask me anything — this is a mentorship call, and I’ll keep it honest and practical

Whether you’re planning to come to the U.S., just landed here, or feel stuck in your current path — I’ll help you make smart decisions with confidence.

Let’s turn your U.S. dream into a clear, achievable plan. 🇺🇸💡