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161: Entry Level Data Jobs That Are ACTUALLY Entry Level

Author
Avery Smith - Data Career Coach
Published
Tue 20 May 2025
Episode Link
https://datacareerpodcast.captivate.fm/episode/161-entry-level-data-jobs-that-are-actually-entry-level

Struggling to break into data analyst roles because you have no experience? In this episode, I reveal 6 overlooked, easier-to-land entry-level data jobs that can kickstart your data career. I also provide 7 reasons why these roles are worth considering!

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⌚ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction

01:43 - Six overlooked data jobs

02:09 - Reason 1: Domain-focused

03:18 - Reason 2: Easier to qualify for

04:26 - Reason 3: Less competition

05:34 - Reason 4: Still provide real data experience

06:42 - Reason 5: Often remote or hybrid

07:49 - Reason 6: Internal pivot

09:03 - Reason 7: Decent pay


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