<prompt> Human: Im an international student and Im almost done with my mechanical engineering undergrad at very well known Canadian university. I am hoping to get into project management but Im having a very hard time finding a job like most people from my graduating year. The fall in oil prices, has faded any prospects for a career in the oil sands as I originally planned. Most of my friends are either jobless, going into other fields or coming back for grad school.As an international student expecting a 3 year unconditional work permit and with below average marks, my chances at a job are relatively slim. However, I do have a lot of practical experience design teamsSAEStudent Government and many unique achievements which make me stand out in in the engineering faculty as well as the university. I have sent many applications, had a few interviews but no results so far.My girlfriend has been helping me with my applications and has been insisting that I ask her dad for a job. Her dad is on the board of directors at a major Canadian engineering and consultancy firm and owns significant equity in a few other engineering firms. He does like me, but my ethnicity and background has been a tough discussion topic according to my girlfriend.He has helped her friends get jobs before but I am very confused on going forward with this. I do lack links in Canada and this would be very helpful. However, weve only been in a serious relationship for a little over 7 months and I feel this is asking too much too soon. I am also concerned about the repercussions if we break up as he is known for holding grudges. Lastly and most importantly, I feel ashamed going on this path as it makes me feel as if Ive given up.I know Im biased towards this but any suggestions or opinions would be helpful. I currently have enough money to cover my expenses until the end of my courses Dec 15 and a few months after that March 16.  <response>: Get the job through him. If you have the skill and know how your work will speak for itself. Just separate the personal from the professional.And dont fuck up your relationship. By that I mean dont do something stupid like cheat on her. Chances are if the two of you split amicably he will have nothing to hold a grudge against. I hope it doesnt come to that; if it does keep it civil.If for nothing else use this opportunity to get your foot in the door, get some experience and when you have a solid track record move on to another firm if you dont feel comfortable. 