How to Prepare for US Recruitment Before Grad School Starts
Excited to host Hammad Zaidi for a live DreamBridge session on a topic most students don’t think about early enough —
How to Prepare for Recruitment in the US, Before You Start Your Master’s or MBA.
Most international students wait until they land in the US to “figure things out.” By then, they’ve already lost valuable time. In this session, we’ll break down how you can start positioning yourself before day one.
About Hammad:
Hammad has an extensive background in fixed income trading and deal advisory. He spent most of his career as a front office trader within the Asset & Liability Management team at HBL’s Treasury & Global Markets group. He has since then worked as the Global Strategy Lead at Khaadi, serving as a special advisor to the CEO, management team and the companies Board. Currently Hammad is pursuing his MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and will be pursuing his summer internship in investment banking.
Hammad holds a BS in Account and Finance from IBA, is a CFA Charterholder and an ACCA Member.
Who is this for?
🎓 Students starting Master’s or MBA programs in Fall 2025
🎓 Anyone hoping to break into consulting/ investment banking or competitive roles in the US
What you’ll learn:
✅ How to build your recruiting narrative early
✅ What to do before orientation even starts
✅ How to network, position your story, and avoid common mistakes
This will be a candid, practical conversation with real examples and clear takeaways. Bring your questions!
🗓 Sunday, May 25
🕘 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM PKT / 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM EST
📍 Live on google meet (link will be shared after RSVP)
About the host: Tabarak Rehman works as a Vice President in the Turnaround & Restructuring practice at AlixPartners. In December 2024, he ran 1,000 miles across Pakistan—completing an ultra-marathon every day for 35 days—to help raise over $750,000 for The Citizens Foundation. The effort is helping bring 5,000+ out-of-school children back into classrooms. He holds the CFA charter and a Masters degree from Northeastern University.