From Student to Job Market Ready: How AI Enhanced My Skills

Introduction: A Latina in the Bay Area

My name is Dani, and I’m a marketing intern at Tabbi. I am a Latina woman who decided to become an international student in the Bay Area. Ever since I completed my undergraduate degree, I’d planned to pursue a master’s degree abroad in a new language. After a few years of working, I finally started researching universities and countries for study opportunities and discovered a master’s program in leadership in San Francisco.

Navigating the Challenges of Studying Abroad

Upon arriving in San Francisco, I encountered a world of challenges as an international student and non-native English speaker. I needed tools to help with my academic and work responsibilities, and that’s when I discovered Tabbi—an AI tool designed to support non-native speakers in their learning and improve English usage in daily activities.

First Encounters with Tabbi AI

At first, I used Tabbi to make my university assignments more eloquent. As I explored the tool, I realized Tabbi offers various features that enhanced my experience as a second-language learner. One of my earliest positive experiences with Tabbi was realizing that it doesn’t just correct grammar—it provides meaningful feedback, helping me learn from my common mistakes and refine my written and verbal communication.

Enhancing Communication with Different Styles

With a formal English background and a limited vocabulary, I found Tabbi’s range of correction styles especially helpful. One style I used frequently was "eloquent correction," which improves filler words and reduces repetitiveness while flagging grammatical or spelling errors. This feature has been invaluable in refining my academic writing.

Using AI to Build a Job-Ready Resume

When it was time to job hunt, Tabbi became an essential tool in building my resume. Starting with a CV in Spanish, I used Tabbi’s "translator" style, which accurately translates while preserving the intent of the information. For finalizing my resume, I relied on the "resume bullet points" style, which condenses content to fit a one-page format. Tabbi also helped me tailor my resume for different job applications, adapting my experience to each specific job description.

Streamlining Communication with Email Assistance

Tabbi’s email writing assistance has also been incredibly useful. The AI-generated titles and organized email body improve the clarity of my communications, making it easier to receive clear responses from recipients. This feature has helped me establish more professional and precise communication with potential employers and colleagues.

Maximizing Learning with Tabbi's History and Challenges

Tabbi’s "history" feature allows me to track past interactions, making it easy to review specific corrections and lessons. I can highlight and underline information to help reinforce my learning. An additional feature I value is the "Diff" function, which shows my errors alongside Tabbi’s corrections, enhancing my understanding of grammatical and semantic improvements.

Engaging with Community Challenges

A standout feature of Tabbi is the community challenges. These challenges not only create a space for user interaction but also offer continual opportunities to improve English. The topics range from image descriptions to gratitude journaling, allowing open self-expression while learning.

Conclusion: How AI Transformed My Academic and Career Growth

The use of artificial intelligence has transformed my academic journey and professional development. Tools like Tabbi have enabled me to utilize a variety of resources within one application, saving time and providing meaningful feedback. Tabbi has become more than just a tool—it’s a support system that has made my transition from student to job market-ready smoother and more rewarding.