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How much experience do you need to be a Data Analyst? Can someone at an entry level do this job? ?

I wonder what level I need to achieve before being able to pursue this job.

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Ronald’s Answer

To gain practical experience, start by creating or downloading data from sites like Kaggle. Practice transforming this data and think like a shareholder by asking insightful questions. Experiment with different visualizations to understand how the data can be presented. Use AI tools to verify your assumptions and generate new questions.

In my experience, I began by tracking my daily work output. I analyzed the data to identify my strengths and areas for improvement. I shared my method with coworkers to refine it before presenting it to my supervisor. Later, when a manager needed data work, my supervisor recommended me, helping me secure an entry-level opportunity.
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Vamsi’s Answer

It is possible to become a data analyst with no professional experience, especially for entry-level roles, but it requires building a strong foundation in skills like SQL, Excel, and a data visualization tools, often through education, personal projects, and internships. While some employers may prefer 1-2 years of experience, many are open to hiring entry-level candidates who can demonstrate relevant skills and a willingness to learn
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Yeojin’s Answer

Hi Ladna,

There are entry-level roles in Data Analytics / Data Science, but one way to gain some extra experience before applying to full time positions is to have some internship experience. There are lots of companies that offer Data Analyst internships (you can find these listings on Google, LinkedIn, other Job websites) and I would recommend trying to apply to any of these opportunities. Another way to gain a leg up is to get involved at school, if you're in college, like being a teaching assistant/tutor, or helping a professor with research.

Seeking opportunities to apply your coursework outside of homework/projects will not only help you ease into an entry-level role, it will also help you determine if Data Analytics is the field you truly want to go into. Sometimes, the coursework is not too related to the work performed in industry.

Good luck!
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