r/dataanalysiscareers

I'm the type of guy who loves solving complex problems and has a genuine curiosity to understand how technology, company and everything works. Also I'm highly ambitious like getting high status positions so is there growth in BA roles . ??

I've read that it's very difficult to get an entry level job because there's so much competition and on top of that most companies are looking for people with a degree or experience. If I become really good and have a good portfolio will I have a decent shot or am I wastinf my time?

I am a fresh graduate statistician who got scared couldn't secure a job. My college cover a lot of statistics but I think it isn't enough to land a data analyst/data science jobs. Because they don't teach enough about Data Visualization Tools (PowerBI and Tableau) and even Python.

I tried to catch up those by watching yt videos, linkedin learning course and certification. But I am not building portfolio yet, could you guys help me out? Thank you ^ ^

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I've sent around 80 applications. About 70–80% never even get viewed (I checked the visa sponsorship box). I've had 3 screening calls, but they usually lose interest once they find out I need visa sponsorship. My undergrad is from a top a university here, and my master's is from the top university here (in the top 50 globally).

That said, I also think my resume is pretty terrible and all over the place(genuinely crashing out feel like I've spent my life doing a bunch of nothings, feel like the bottom of the barrel).

I need some constructive criticism. Should I build better projects? Focus on one specific area instead of doing a bit of everything? Try to get an AI internship at an MNC? What exactly should I be improving?

I'm also thinking of shifting my focus from full-time roles to contract or part-time work. I honestly just want to make some money at this point. My goal isn't anything crazy, I’d be happy with contract or part-time work that pays around $1k/month(rent basically).

Would appreciate honest, constructive feedback.

Hey Guys!

I know a lot of people are searching and sharing the job experience here. I have around 400k rows of data of job in Australia, from past few months.

I want to create analytics for job seekers so that it could be fruitful and useful. I have some idea in mind like listing number/name of skills which are highly listed as required skills and extract those kind of information from the job description.

So my question here is, would you agree these analytics could assist you to land a job? And, what kind of analytics would you like to see from what i described.

I can provide more information on what I have if you’re interested.

Due to poor financial conditions i need a job urgently only thing i know is sql and excel

And what projects to make to show them in your resume

Can anyone advise or guide please

I’m posting this because I honestly don’t know what else to do.

My younger brother graduated and has been trying to get his first break in data analytics for months. Every single day he’s applying to Data Analyst, Business Analyst, BI, MIS, Reporting, internships, trainee roles… basically anything that can help him get his foot in the door.

He’s rewritten his resume countless times, built projects, reached out to people on LinkedIn, asked for referrals, and keeps learning new skills. Still, most applications end in silence or an automated rejection.

Lately it’s been really hard watching him. Every rejection chips away at his confidence. He keeps wondering what he’s doing wrong when all he’s wants is one company willing to give him a chance.
The toughest part is seeing entry-level jobs asking for years of experience or expecting skills that seem far beyond what a fresher should need.

If anyone here knows of:
Entry-level Data Analyst roles
Business Analyst roles
Power BI / SQL / MIS / Reporting positions
Internships or trainee programs
Referrals or even someone he could connect with
I’d be incredibly grateful.

I’m happy to share his resume privately.

Sometimes all it takes is one person willing to say, “Send me the resume.”

Thank you for reading.

I was just curious what is your starting salary for an entry-level data analyst? I’ve read it’s around 50 to 60 K but I’ve also seen some people say as low as 40 K so I’m just curious what the general idea is

It's really annoying when companies always ask for experience, especially when I tell them I'm doing a DA internship and they just brush it off as not "real" experience. Seriously, internships aren't just about us learning, interns actually bring fresh ideas and help companies grow. We even tackle projects! How can new people ever get ahead if nobody gives them a shot? Someone please refer me!

Graduated in June 2026, mechanical engg. No internships, no projects, no work ex. I know the market is rough: AI, layoffs, CS/IT grads overqualified and still unemployed. I’m not being naive about it. But this is the path I want to try, so here I am.

What I have right now:
• Excel and Google Sheets — basics, functional level
• SQL — logically I understand it well, done a decent amount of practice on SQLZoo type stuff, but no actual project to show for it
• Power BI /python— haven’t started yet

No GitHub. No portfolio. No projects, individual or capstone.

What I’m targeting:
Not fixated on “data analyst” specifically. I’d take business analyst, MIS analyst, supply chain analyst, operations analyst — anything with an analyst tag that has some tech + admin overlap. Title doesn’t matter.

When should I start applying? What’s the minimum I need to have before sending out 15–20 applications a day on job portals?

I keep seeing advice like “get 4–5 capstone projects on GitHub, customize resume per JD” : which, fine, I get it, but I’m also seeing people say apply now and learn in parallel. I don’t know which is actually right in this market.

I looked into SAP briefly but it felt like a whole separate commitment and a different domain entirely. Not sure if that’s even worth exploring right now.

Longer term context if it matters:
Want 1–2 years of work ex, then figure out between an MBA (HR or business analytics track) or an MS abroad. Not decided yet. Supply chain analytics feels like a niche where my ME background might actually help — is that a real thing or am I coping?

Genuinely want to hear what worked for people in similar spots — non-CS, non-finance background, trying to break into any analyst role. Internships count too. What did you actually do, what actually helped?

Hey everyone,

I hate to sound too desperate, but I'm at the point where I could really use some help.

I'm projected to finish my M.S. in Data Science next week and have over five years of healthcare experience as a pharmacy technician. I've been working hard to transition into data analytics by building projects with SQL, Tableau, Python, R, and Excel, refining my resume, networking on LinkedIn, and applying to what feels like hundreds of jobs.

I also have what I believe is a solid portfolio of healthcare analytics projects that showcases my SQL, Tableau, Python, Excel, and data visualization skills, so I genuinely feel like I've put in the work to prepare myself. Despite that, I'm still struggling to get my foot in the door.

To be honest, one of the hardest parts isn't even the applications anymore. It's going home every day and having my family constantly ask why I still haven't found a job. I know they're worried about me and want me to succeed, but after spending hours tailoring resumes, applying, networking, and preparing for interviews, it's mentally draining to feel like I'm constantly being reminded that I haven't made it yet.

I'm primarily interested in Research Data Analyst, Healthcare Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Clinical Data Analyst, Population Health Analyst, Quality Improvement Analyst, Reporting Analyst, and healthcare IT roles. I've also started looking into Epic Analyst, Epic Applications Analyst, and Epic Reporting Analyst positions because I believe my healthcare background would translate well, even though I don't have direct Epic experience yet.

If anyone here works in healthcare, healthcare IT, health insurance, life sciences, biotech, pharmaceuticals, or another industry that hires data analysts, I'd be incredibly grateful for the opportunity to connect. If you know of any openings that align with my background, I'd love the chance to chat. And if, after getting to know me and reviewing my experience, you'd feel comfortable referring me, it would truly mean the world to me. I also live in Sacramento, California and open to remote roles as well.

I'm happy to share my resume, portfolio, GitHub, and LinkedIn with anyone who's interested.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. I know everyone is busy, but I'm determined to keep going. I truly appreciate any advice, conversations, referrals, or leads.

Hello. I graduated from the Faculty of Law, but I have a strong passion for data analytics and programming in general. So im asking if is it impossible to find a job in this field without a university degree related to it?

I’ve already started learning and taking online courses. Do certifications like Google Certificates or CompTIA A+ actually help me? or am I just wasting my time?