ADADÍORAMMA

Nwa-Chukwu 🙏

[Engr. Olúwafémi Patriot 🇳🇬 @Dannyounge]

How I got my First Engineering Job in the UK.

I got so many DMs after my last post about breaking into engineering in the UK. If you’re in the thick of job hunting abroad and feeling stuck, this thread’s for you. I’m sharing the full story— the wins, the waits, and that one move that changed everything. Stick around; it’s relatable chaos. 1/

It started in August 2022 when I was anticipating my visa will came through. I jumped right in, connecting with every UK engineering company and recruiter on LinkedIn. Sent messages to dozens—some said “no openings right now,” others told me to reach out once I was in the country. I even did a few interviews from Nigeria, getting ready for my planned January 2023 start. It all felt so organized, like I had it figured out. 2/

But then things didn’t go as planned. I couldn’t make the January intake, but we move. Still, I kept at it, staying in touch with those contacts from way back in August. By mid-2023, I finally arrived in the UK. I followed up with emails reminding them who I was, made calls… nothing. Weeks of radio silence. I was running low on cash, missing home, and starting to doubt if I’d made the right call. If your search has ever felt like that endless wait, I get it. But here’s where it turns. 3/

The quiet was getting to me. An adage says desperate times desperate actions, honestly, and that’s when I decided to try something different. I posted on LinkedIn—a simple image with “PLEASE HIRE ME” as seen in frame 1 , and below it, a list of my key skills: CAD, project management, energy systems, all laid out plain. No fancy stuff, just me putting it out there. I hit post and waited, wondering if it’d just flop. What would you do in that spot? 4/

Woke up to surprises: 17 comments from people saying things like “Hang in there—you’ve got this.” But the real shift? More than 50 DMs from recruiters and companies reaching out. One led to an interview quick, then an offer email. Landed my first job in the UK energy sector—entry-level, but it was a lifeline. Gave me the stability to learn how the market works here, pick up trainings and certifications, and keep up with school without falling apart. 5/

Bottom line: Build your plan—start networking early, do those remote interviews, keep pushing. But when nothing’s moving and you’re at your limit? Sometimes you have to get direct, put yourself out there. That post wasn’t about begging; it was about being seen. What’s the toughest part of your job search right now? Share in the replies—maybe we can help each other through it. #UKJobs #EngineeringTips

[ADADÍORAMMA @neeeta_o]

Are we even safe anymore?
Their lives mattered! They had names, dreams, people who loved them!!
Not just numbers. Not just another headline!!!!

#Benueisbleeding #JusticeForBenueState
#benuemassacre
#NigeriaBleeds

[ADADÍORAMMA @neeeta_o]

What is really going on in Benue? 💔
These were mothers. Fathers. Children. Entire families gone 🥹
Killed in their own homes
And yet the silence is louder than the gunshots 🥹
#BenueMassacre #NigeriaBleeds #JusticeForBenue

[ADADÍORAMMA @neeeta_o]

@cherish_exx 🥹🥹🫂 I miss youuuuuuu more ❤️

[Senator Naza @cherish_exx]

Even if I don’t have anything to be thankful for, the gift of my elder sister is a million reasons why I should be thankful 🥹. Everyday I wake up, I thank God for the gift of her, really need to make this money so I can spoil her silly.

[ADADÍORAMMA @neeeta_o]

@cherish_exx 🥺🥺 I’m super grateful for you sis 🫂 can’t wait to CHOP your money 💃

[Senator Naza @cherish_exx]

Definitely singing this to @neeeta_o soon, my own Odogwu 🙌.

[ADADÍORAMMA @neeeta_o]

@cherish_exx 😎🤭

[ADADÍORAMMA @neeeta_o]

@cherish_exx Yes you will! 📌 From your mouth to the ears of God 🙏

[Ifeoluwa Aboyeji-Ogundeji @ifeaboyeji]

Worth my time. So powerful!! 😭😭🥹🥹

[Senator Naza @cherish_exx]

To the best sister in the whole world 🗣️, thank youuuuu❤️❤️❤️❤️.

[ADADÍORAMMA @neeeta_o]

@cherish_exx 🥹🫂❤️

[ADADÍORAMMA @neeeta_o]

@cherish_exx Your beauty is a discovery 😍😍

[ADADÍORAMMA @neeeta_o]

Happy Birthday Sis! 🥳❤️

[Senator Naza @cherish_exx]

I had an amazing time yesterday,it was my birthday ❤️❤️🎉
Thank you all for the birthday wishes..

[Imade. @ImadeIyamu]

McKinsey has tons of events open this period for students & young professionals. I’ll keep updating this thread with events as I see them.

[Imade. @ImadeIyamu]

If you’re a working professional or student based in Europe, apply for McKinsey’s Diversity Connect program

Deadline is May 19

https://t.co/2TIOQRG757

[𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐰𝐚🤍 @BibiAkudo]

In need of a vacation that looks like it was sponsored by a drug baron

[amanda @mz_amandaaa]

Ada owerri💕

[ADADÍORAMMA @neeeta_o]

@mz_amandaaa Asa 😍

[Jerry Eze @RealJerryEze]

IT IS FINALLY MY DUE SEASON !
What God Cannot Does Not Exist !!
#NSPPD #7amFirePrayers