No jobs in US, UK, Canada for foreign students: Harvard grad warns IITians

No Jobs in US, UK, Canada for Foreign Students: Harvard Grad Warns IITians

The Harsh Reality for International Students Seeking Employment Abroad



For decades, pursuing higher education in the U.S., U.K., or Canada was seen as a ticket to global success—especially among India's brightest engineering minds. But according to Rajesh Sawhney, a Harvard Business School graduate and a well-known Gurgaon-based entrepreneur, that dream is now on shaky ground.

In a recent viral post on X (formerly Twitter), Sawhney sounded the alarm for Indian students considering expensive international education. “There are no jobs in USA, Canada and UK for international students. Honeymoon is over, parents should think twice before spending crores on expensive education,” he wrote.



The End of a Reliable Shortcut for IITians

Sawhney’s message was especially targeted at graduates from India’s prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs)—many of whom traditionally pursued master’s degrees in the United States with the aim of landing high-paying tech jobs.

He remarked, “Engineering students, especially IITians, had an easy hack—do a master’s in the U.S. and get a $200K starting tech job. This hack works no more.”

This statement has sparked widespread debate among students, parents, and academic professionals. With visa restrictions tightening, job markets becoming increasingly competitive, and local hiring preferences rising in Western countries, the opportunities for international graduates are drying up fast.



Why Has the International Job Market Shrunk for Indian Graduates?

1. Changing Immigration Policies

One of the primary reasons behind the drop in job prospects is the stricter immigration policies in the U.S., U.K., and Canada. Countries are now prioritizing local talent over international students, and visa programs like H-1B are facing growing scrutiny and reduced approvals.

2. Economic Slowdowns and Layoffs

With the tech industry facing economic challenges, companies have begun massive layoffs and hiring freezes. Even major tech giants that traditionally hired Indian graduates—like Google, Amazon, and Meta—have slashed jobs and reduced campus hiring globally.

3. Rising Tuition Fees vs ROI

Students and parents are now questioning the return on investment (ROI) of spending ₹1-2 crore on a master’s degree abroad. When job placements are uncertain, it becomes harder to justify the financial burden of studying in the West.




What Does This Mean for Aspiring Indian Students?

The new global reality suggests that students need to rethink their career strategies:

  • Plan beyond education: A foreign degree alone is not enough. Students should build strong resumes, network effectively, and develop in-demand skills like AI, data science, and cybersecurity.
  • Consider alternate destinations: Countries like Germany, Australia, and Ireland are emerging as friendlier options for Indian students, offering affordable education and better post-study work opportunities.
  • Explore domestic opportunities: With India’s tech ecosystem rapidly evolving, companies like TCS, Infosys, Zoho, and startups in fintech and edtech are offering competitive salaries and global exposure.

A Wake-Up Call for Parents and Students

Sawhney’s warning isn’t about discouraging education abroad—it’s about being realistic. The global job market is evolving, and blindly chasing foreign degrees without assessing current trends can be financially and emotionally devastating.

As thousands of Indian families consider taking educational loans or liquidating assets to fund overseas degrees, they must evaluate the risks, rewards, and real job market trends.

 

The golden era of guaranteed high-paying jobs after foreign education may be over. With tightening job markets, nationalist hiring policies, and economic downturns, the new reality demands caution, preparation, and strategy.

Rajesh Sawhney’s advice is a timely reality check for students and families dreaming of the West. It’s no longer enough to rely on brand-name degrees—skills, adaptability, and foresight will define success in the years to come.

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