Hi, I have a 4-year Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering with a 1-year Graduation project in Predictive Analytics and a 2-year Master of Science in Data Science with a Thesis in GenAI and predictive algorithms with a company. I am planning to apply for my first Data Scientist job. How do you suggest I go for it? Should I apply for an Entry-level/Junior/Mid-level position in Data Science? What are some of your advice for me?

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If you’ve got a BS + MS you can look for entry to mid level. Your MS should count for at least a year or two of experience. Don’t apply to anything that’s senior though. Also be prepared for data challenges during interviews or take homes.

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