How To Get Data Science Experience (Without a Job)

In this video I highlight my favorite ways to get data science experience without having a data science job. Many people are interested in working in data science, have the technical skills, but don't meet the work experience requirements set by most companies. The following are my ways to circumvent this:
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1) Research opportunities at your university
2) Working on personal projects that you share with your community
3) School projects / Schoolwork
4) Internship work
5) Contracting websites (Upwork, etc.)
6) Work for free at a non-profit or local business
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  • @KenJee_ds
    @KenJee_ds4 жыл бұрын

    A few things I omitted are Hackathons and Kaggle competitions. These are both great ways to earn experience as well!

  • @themanzo7542

    @themanzo7542

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you bro

  • @piyushzope10
    @piyushzope103 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing..... Working for free at the initial level is the best way to prove our work...

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching Piyush! Completely agree!

  • @denzelbe1987
    @denzelbe19874 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your advices!

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching!

  • @Grejegando
    @Grejegando3 жыл бұрын

    I see real value and useful tips in all your videos. You go straight to the point and come across as a credible person. I wish you more success and happiness. Thank you!

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear you are getting value from them! Thanks for watching!!

  • @anubhavgoyal3211
    @anubhavgoyal32112 жыл бұрын

    Great video Ken! I think working on open source projects can be a really good idea too to gain experience.

  • @naraendrareddy273
    @naraendrareddy273 Жыл бұрын

    I needed this a LOT! Thanks Ken

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @sagaleano
    @sagaleano4 жыл бұрын

    Great advice!

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! I'm glad it was helpful!

  • @DanielReyes-be5ft
    @DanielReyes-be5ft4 жыл бұрын

    I'm new to data science and this is a great tip to look forward to!

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @jacobsimba5930

    @jacobsimba5930

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Daniel, are you still in the data science field?

  • @davidyoo647
    @davidyoo6474 жыл бұрын

    hey ken, just found your channel. as someone who is aspiring make a career change towards data science, your videos have a lot of helpful content for a beginner like me. thanks and as always keep up the good work!

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad my content is helpful. Please let me know if you have any particular topics you would like me to make videos on!

  • @BiancaAguglia
    @BiancaAguglia4 жыл бұрын

    @Ken Lee I've just discovered your channel. You're doing a very nice job with your videos (a balance of practical tips and encouraging advice.) Keep up the great work. 😊

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I like your channel as well!

  • @BiancaAguglia

    @BiancaAguglia

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@KenJee_ds Thank you also. 😊

  • @piyushthakur2386
    @piyushthakur23863 жыл бұрын

    I am definitely going with that charity data analysis thing. Here in India most of the NGOs collect data but that data seems to be of no use as there will be no analysis by them. I would like to get my hands of that data and help them to improve their social welfare services. Thanks for the great idea Ken.

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome!! Would love to hear what you come up with!

  • @omarmukthar3402
    @omarmukthar34024 жыл бұрын

    informative contents keep goin bro !

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching!

  • @esnaosmanagaj3472
    @esnaosmanagaj34723 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @AhmedAli-go7wx
    @AhmedAli-go7wx4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Ken

  • @goalon4582
    @goalon45823 жыл бұрын

    Helpful

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great! Thank you for watching!

  • @naraendrareddy273
    @naraendrareddy273 Жыл бұрын

    1) Campus Research Opportunities 2) Personal Projects - some kind of real world feedback. Share them online 3) School Work - articulate it very well 4) Internship 5) Freelance 6) Free work for a real client like a social organization

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    Жыл бұрын

    💪

  • @awnibond
    @awnibond3 жыл бұрын

    Pro tip: just play this video at 1.5 play speed, thank me later!

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha I actually watch all my own videos at 2x speed. I can't stand how slow I speak 😂

  • @awnibond

    @awnibond

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KenJee_ds, appreciate how good you took my comment man, wish you all the best :D

  • @micheldavidovich6940

    @micheldavidovich6940

    3 жыл бұрын

    I think 1.5 is a bit too fast for me, but definitely going with 1.25. Thank you for the tip!

  • @saddamhussain189
    @saddamhussain1894 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @myolwasive4923
    @myolwasive49234 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I just completed way college degree four months ago, did data science course with getsmarter. Now my question is, on my LinkedIn profile should what words should I use as head (should I put data scientist for recruiters to find me or just write a graduate). I don't know. Plz help. Cheers.

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    I think that putting something like "Aspiring Data Scientist" or something along those lines would make the most sense.

  • @annachurkina2588
    @annachurkina25884 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Ken! Thanks for video! I agree with you about free work. Any ideas how to find such companies?

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Anna - I recommend looking through your personal network. If you have a friend that owns a company or their parents, that is a good start. Even if it is a small business or grocery store. Also, looking at local non-profits or startups that are short staffed are good options. I hope this helps!

  • @annachurkina2588

    @annachurkina2588

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@KenJee_ds , thanks! I have such plan. I watch as many thematic videos as possible. And I find out as much as possible about the data science community. And I ask questions, meet people, tell about myself. And I hope I can find my first useful, not educational experience such way. It’s also very exciting and enjoyable for me.😸 Hi, my name is Anna, I'm senior system analyst from Russia, and I'm junior in data science. Nice to meet you!🤗 I skimed your channel and found out many useful themes there. Big work👍

  • @chiedozieonyearugbulem9363

    @chiedozieonyearugbulem9363

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@annachurkina2588 hey. Were you successful in getting any free jobs? Is equally like to get one. If you don't mind, could I contact you to know how you went about the free job.

  • @importdata95
    @importdata954 жыл бұрын

    Hey Ken, thanks for another great video! I have a question regarding working for a non-profit or a small company though. Do you literally knock on their door and ask if you could apply your skills to their project? I was thinking of doing this as an option if I don't get an internship before I graduate.

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    I would recommend reaching out through your network or via LinkedIn. I would also make sure you have thought out the project that you would like to do for them. If they are harder to reach, you can always try to meet one of the employees for coffee to learn more about the organization. Once you have them there in person you can propose doing some free work. Hope this helps!

  • @BiancaAguglia

    @BiancaAguglia

    4 жыл бұрын

    @Jaemin Lee One other thing that works is joining online groups or going to real life meetups for entrepreneurs and small businesses, or to events organized by local chambers of commerce. You'll meet people who could be helped using skills learned by a good data scientist. Many times you won't need complex, time consuming solutions, but that doesn't mean that your input and problem solving skills are less valuable. 😊

  • @lorizhuka6938
    @lorizhuka69383 жыл бұрын

    I am having a master in Computational and Data Science. I have a lot of subjects like scientific computing, parallel computing, algorithm engineering. Can you please tell me how important are these subjects in the field of Data Science and Machine Learning since i want to deep into those areas.

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    3 жыл бұрын

    Depends on what work you are doing. I think you can find a job that leverages those skills!

  • @sunderrajan1
    @sunderrajan14 жыл бұрын

    Hello Ken, thanks for motivating. Could you please help how to put into working model for free at a non-profit organization? I find it hard to find a partner to work on personal project. Any tips and tricks would really help me.

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Sundarrajan - I recommend following along with my project from scratch series and using a similar approach for building a model for an organization: kzread.info/dash/bejne/f6R6m6p-frTQdNI.html. I recommend reaching out to non-profits in your area via linkedin or through your network to find these opportunities.

  • @blaiseyongasemtsou4013
    @blaiseyongasemtsou40133 жыл бұрын

    Hey ken all your video are very helpful for beginner data S like me. You have the correct words in place to motivate people. I live in Canada and I want you to suggest to me what kind of free service, data Scientist can propose to a small business. Thank

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! If you get to know the business you can start to identify challenges they face. Most companies face challenges with inventory management, advertising, etc. You may be able to help one of those issues with data!

  • @blaiseyongasemtsou4013

    @blaiseyongasemtsou4013

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KenJee_ds Thank you

  • @brennanruby7297
    @brennanruby72974 жыл бұрын

    Do you sleep? Keep churning out this quality content ken!

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    Probably not as much as I should!

  • @555cenation
    @555cenation4 жыл бұрын

    Hey Ken, I heard that one needs to have an advanced degree or a lot of knowledge in calculus and statistics in order to get a job in data science. I’m interested in getting into data science and big data but am not sure about having the “required” formal education with advanced mathematics. Thanks!

  • @brennanruby7297

    @brennanruby7297

    4 жыл бұрын

    A good place to start may be a data analyst position on a team that works closely with data scientists. The barrier to entry is lower and you will get a feel for what part of the work you like. A company is much more likely to promote you into a position with less experience if they know you work hard and if you have provided value in a different role.

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@brennanruby7297 Completely agree!

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching the video! A large portion of data scientists do have advanced degrees ~ 90% according a thread I found on reddit (I think it is probably lower than this). I truly believe that if you can perform the work, you can absolutely get a job in data science without additional formal education. It may be more of an uphill battle, but you can definitely do it. One option that you could consider would be to do a part time masters degree. You can apply for jobs while you do this, many people will think of it like you have already earned the degree. If you get a job, you can stop going to classes or see it through if you enjoy it.

  • @ArbazKhan-ol1sz
    @ArbazKhan-ol1sz4 жыл бұрын

    Hey ken! I just completed my graduation and I am currently doing data science course from a local reputated institute. Our exposure to actual real world work is v minimum. So some advice from a person like you will mean a lott.

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    Congrats on graduating! This video is definitely for you then. I would definitely tap the resources of the institute you are learning from as well as the school you just graduated from.

  • @Utube87madg
    @Utube87madg4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Is it possible to get entry level data analytics job without a degree?? I am a 32 year old college student driving for uber in LA. I hate my life right now lol Learning python / XL/ SQL /tablue Online now .planning to do Udacity data Analytics nano degree Like to know ur thoughts Thanks 🙏🏽

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hi, thanks for watching my video! I think that it is absolutely possible to get an entry level data analytics job without a degree. I would recommend doing one certification and a TON of projects. I have a video on the types of projects that you should do to set yourself up for success. For an analyst job I think that it is possible to get in on the ground floor, but this would be a lot more difficult for a pure data science position. I hope this helps!

  • @sakshamkumarsharma2309
    @sakshamkumarsharma23093 жыл бұрын

    sir are data structure and algorithm asked in data science jobs?

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    3 жыл бұрын

    They can be. They won't be as common as in software engineering interviews though!

  • @statisticsappliedmathemati810
    @statisticsappliedmathemati8103 жыл бұрын

    I'm a data analyst freelancer hope to connect with data analysts

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    3 жыл бұрын

    Feel free to join the #66daysofdata movement/ discord, we have a great network through that

  • @statisticsappliedmathemati810

    @statisticsappliedmathemati810

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KenJee_ds how can I joincontact this network

  • @qasimimtiaz9668
    @qasimimtiaz96689 ай бұрын

    why all data science roles ask for masters?

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    9 ай бұрын

    Generally it is a screen mechanism. I think the expectations are changing though

  • @dli4268
    @dli42684 жыл бұрын

    hi could you rank the multiple way you get the data science experience?

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    1) Job 2) Internship 3) volunteer work 4) Projects 5) School projects 6) Certificates

  • @a1rbagj.344
    @a1rbagj.3444 жыл бұрын

    this long-sleeve t-shirt link?? lmao

  • @KenJee_ds

    @KenJee_ds

    4 жыл бұрын

    www.guyharvey.com/men/tops/performance.html hahaha

  • @a1rbagj.344

    @a1rbagj.344

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@KenJee_ds Thanks! 😄