How I relaunched my career to new heights

As a young mother, I decided to take an extended career break to care for my son, Dhruv. I came to a crossroads where I felt like I had to choose between focusing on motherhood or advancing my career. 

That’s until I discovered Cognizant’s Returnship Program, a program for professionals like me who are eager to make an impact after a career break. Returning to the workforce was daunting, but my supportive mentors, the curated learning paths and flexible work options instilled confidence in my abilities.  

Today, I proudly lead a team that creates mobile solutions that make lives more meaningful and intuitive—while also being present for Dhruv and my loved ones.

Here’s how I found a balance between life and work at Cognizant:

Have you taken a career break and are ready to once again work with the leading players in tech? I recommend checking out Cognizant’s Returnship Program. 

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