Organization: Mermaid Chart (https://www.mermaidchart.com/)
Industry: Tech

Topics:
- Personal experience in role, industry, or graduate school
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field
- Advice for selecting or applying to graduate programs
- General resume tips for their field (ex: skills to highlight)
- Personalized resume feedback

Breaking into the tech industry can be incredibly challenging, especially without guidance from mentors who have already walked the path. I’m passionate about helping current Berkeley students who dream of joining the innovative and exciting world of technology but don’t know where to start, who to turn to, what roles they would like to go into or even need someone to believe in them. Whether they need guidance, encouragement, or just a cheerleader to keep them motivated, I’m eager to help them navigate the path to a bright future in tech!

Organization: Google (https://www.google.com/about/careers)
Industry: Tech

Topics:
- Personal experience in role, industry, or graduate school
- General advice for internship or job searches in your field
- Advice for selecting or applying to graduate programs
- Personalized resume feedback

I have helped teach multiple courses (mainly Data 100) at UC Berkeley, and I am looking forward to continuing to give back to the data science community. I am particularly interested in the application of data science in software engineering roles and would love to help prospective applicants find these roles. I would also be happy to chat about applying to graduate programs and teaching positions.

Organization: Warner Bros (https://careers.wbd.com/global/en/home)
Industry: Media/Entertainment

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field
- General resume tips for their field (ex: skills to highlight)
- Personalized resume feedback

As a first-generation Latina transfer student who has had an untraditional educational journey, I have gained a lot of experience in building technical resumes and technical interview preparation. I have a passion for mentoring and would love to mentor first-generation, low-income, Latine/Black students. Especially if you're a transfer student or a woman interested in a technical role! On top of industry advice, I have a lot of advice on navigating the DS major and studying abroad. Feel free to ask me anything!

Organization: Apple (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/)
Industry: Tech

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field
- Advice for selecting or applying to graduate programs
- General resume tips for their field (ex: skills to highlight)
- Personalized resume feedback

I'm looking forward to giving back to my community, sharing my experiences with a bad job market, and providing encouragement to students. I personally had a 5-month career break and learned the value of creating backup plans and not giving up.

Organization: Verkada (https://www.verkada.com/)
Industry: Tech

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field
- Personalized resume feedback
- Interview prep and career strategy

When I was at Berkeley, I had a narrow view of what a career in data science could look like. I thought it was all about becoming a "data scientist" — but since graduating, I’ve realized there are so many exciting directions to explore. At Verkada, I rebuilt our entire core data model using dbt and Looker, designed KPI dashboards, and helped shape our analytics engineering best practices. Before that, I was a product analyst at DraftKings, where I focused on user journeys and experimentation. I’d love to be the mentor I wish I had — someone who can help you understand the landscape of data careers, prepare for job and internship searches, and feel more confident navigating it all. Whether you want honest resume feedback, mock interviews, or just someone to bounce ideas off of, I’m excited to support you however I can.

Organization: Swish Analytics (https://swishanalytics.com/careers)
Industry: Sports

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry or grad school
- General advice for internship or job searches in any field
- Deciding on a focus area (e.g., analysis, data science, or engineering) or domain in industry
- Personalized resume feedback or building a portfolio or personal website

Hey there, I'm Derek! I’ve worked for several professional sports organizations and hold both a bachelor’s and master’s in data science from UC-Berkeley. I seek to be the mentor I wish I had when I was at Cal and when I was transitioning into the workforce. I would be happy to be a source of support and guidance for any students! I'm especially eager to help those passionate about breaking into non-traditional data science industries. Data science can be difficult to get going in, and I’m excited to help students who dream of joining the field but don’t know where to start.

Organization: Energeia USA (https://energeia-usa.com/about-us/)
Industry: Energy

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field
- Personalized resume feedback

As a first-generation, international and transfer student, navigating the career search felt daunting, I often felt lost trying to find my place. With data science being applied across so many industries, the possibilities felt endless, but also overwhelming. Joining the Data Science Career Accelerator Program was a pivotal moment for me. The mentorship and guidance I received helped me build confidence, and a stronger sense of direction. I’m deeply grateful for the support that shaped my journey and now I’m excited to pay it forward. I currently work in the renewable energy sector where I combine my passion for sustainability with data science. I look forward to being a mentor, a friend, and a resource to support you as you explore your own career path!

Organization: Amazon Web Services (https://aws.amazon.com/about-aws/)
Industry: Tech

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field
- Personalized resume feedback
- Interview prep

Hi, I’m Dhruv - I graduated from Berkeley in 2021 and currently work as a Business Intelligence Engineer at Amazon Web Services. At AWS, I support analytics for emerging tech products like IoT, Immersive Tech, and other non-compute services. I also drive internal operational excellence initiatives focused on CapEx reduction, Ops Readiness Reviews, and AWS Console health. As an Amazon interviewer, I’m happy to share tips and insights on how to approach the interview process.

Back at Cal, I was active in the ASUC and passionate about building community - and I’m excited to continue that as an alumni mentor. I know how overwhelming it can feel to carve out your path in tech or data, especially with a multidisciplinary background. I’m always happy to chat about anything from resume reviews and interview prep to landing your first role or exploring long-term pivots into product.

Organization: Turing (https://www.turing.com)
Department: AGI R&D and Pre-Sales
Industry: Tech (AI Services)

Topics:
- Personal experience in role, industry, or academia
- Personalized resume feedback
- Startups / Entrepreneurship
- Navigating business-technical roles in the tech industry

As a first-generation college student and immigrant, I’ve developed a knack for diving deep into details, staying self-directed, and continuously strengthening my problem-solving skills. Over the years, I’ve built teams and launched products from zero to one, bridging business and technical roles. Alongside my industry experience, I’m deeply passionate about teaching, having served as a course coordinator, teaching assistant, and math competition problem-selection committee member. If you’re a generalist still exploring your path, I’d love to share my experiences to help you find a direction you’re genuinely excited about—beyond just a career.

Organization: HubSpot (https://www.hubspot.com/)
Industry: Tech

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field
- Personalized resume feedback (you will receive the resume before your meeting)

As a first-generation Vietnamese-American student from Richmond, CA, I’m passionate about mentorship and supporting others on their academic and professional journeys. I began my time at Cal studying Economics, and later added Data Science as a second major - so I understand what it’s like to balance a double major while exploring new academic interests. I started out interested in careers in consulting and finance, and through that journey, I’ve gained valuable experience preparing for both technical and non-technical interviews, reviewing resumes, and offering career guidance. I'm especially eager to support students from first-generation, low-income, and historically underrepresented backgrounds - particularly Southeast Asian students. Whether you're navigating coursework, choosing extracurriculars, or exploring opportunities in finance or tech, I’d love to support you!

Organization: UC Davis Cancer Center (https://health.ucdavis.edu/cancer/)
Industry: Health / Medical

Topics:
- Personal experience in role, industry, or graduate school
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field
- Advice for selecting or applying to graduate programs
- General resume tips for their field (ex: skills to highlight)
- Personalized resume feedback

I want to share my experiences with other, especially since I myself had a tough time navigating the data science career path when I was an undergrad. I also wished as a new grad that I had more guidance and mentorship. I hope to provide others with the resources, guidance and words of wisdom that I never had to help foster confidence in them.

Organization: Micron Technology (https://www.micron.com/about)
Industry: Tech (Semiconductors)

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field
- Personalized resume feedback
- Discussing whether grad school is helpful in their field/role
- Finding early career roles in a tight job market

I came to data science a little later in my Cal journey. After switching into the major and deciding to pursue it alongside another, I know what it’s like to navigate uncertainty, feel behind, and keep pushing forward. Since graduating, I’ve continued learning and am now pursuing a Master’s in Data Science to deepen my understanding. I currently apply DS in the semiconductor industry—a challenging but rewarding domain. I’m excited to support students and recent grads navigating the DS major, exploring new domains, considering career transitions, or simply trying to find their place in this fast-moving field.

Organization: Interwell Health (https://www.interwellhealth.com/who-we-are/about)
Industry: Health / Medical

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry
- Personalized resume review
- Discussing whether grad school is helpful in your field/role
- Finding early career roles in a tight job market
- Data roles in healthcare or public health

I had a chance to get into Data Science before the major existed, finding my passion in the intersection of Public Health and Computer Science. My work in industry has evolved over time, starting as the sole data scientist at a healthcare technology startup, then transitioning into a senior member on a growing Data Science team as the company became a more mature corporation, working to achieve profitability. Throughout it all, I’ve learned about what’s important to focus on as a budding data scientist in a relatively new field, as well as the need for a constant growth mindset, as the advent of LLMs and AI require new skillsets and give us more ways to add value. As a data scientist in healthcare, my primary motivation has been giving patients the chance to live their best lives… and that means a system that is more efficient and less costly at scale. I’m excited to meet you, hear about what motivates you, and watch you go on to do great things.

Organization: Xbox (Microsoft) (https://careers.microsoft.com)
Industry: Tech

Topics:
-Personal experience in role or industry
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field
- Advice for selecting or applying to graduate programs
- General resume tips for their field (ex: skills to highlight)
- Personalized resume feedback

I am involved in the Data Science recruitment cycle at Xbox and also lead Xbox's Early in Career program. As an international student, recruiting for tech internships was tricky. I wanted to combine tech and sustainability, but didn't know how to choose the right classes. Today, I use my technical skill set and sustainability domain knowledge in the Gaming industry. I would love to be a guide and mentor to students or recent grads who want to break into the tech/ gaming/ sustainability sector. I'd also be happy to chat about advanced degrees, immigration as well as excelling in the tech industry as an undergrad.

Organization: Firebird Music Holdings (https://firebirdmusic.com/)
Industry: Entertainment

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field
- General resume tips for their field (ex: skills to highlight)
- Personalized resume feedback

When I first arrived at Cal, I felt overwhelmed by everything related to computer science and data science. Mentorship helped me discover my passion for the field, which I now use in the entertainment industry, in companies like Warner Bros, DC Comics, and now music (for artists like Sabrina Carpenter, Maggie Rogers, and Chris Stapleton). I would be truly honored to give back and show others that, with the right support and determination, they can absolutely succeed in this area too.

Organization: Asana (https://asana.com/)
Industry: Tech

Topics:
- Navigating early career DS, Analytics, Consulting, or SWE recruiting
- Resume Feedback
- How to approach career fairs & networking
- Class recommendations

I've had the opportunity to lead Asana's Data Science Early Career recruiting and have worked with dozens of undergraduates over the past 4 years to help them land internships & jobs in the Data space. Berkeley is a special place and the school has unlocked so many doors for me so giving back to the Cal community is one of my favorite things to do. At Asana, I lead our ML team that builds forecasting and revenue measurement models and am also glad to share any learnings from my time in the industry.

Organization: Amazon (https://www.aboutamazon.com/about-us)
Industry: Tech (Semiconductors)

Topics:
- Personal experience in role, industry, or graduate school
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field
- General resume tips for your field (ex: skills to highlight)

I am a member of technical staff in Amazon’s AGI lab in San Francisco currently working on Amazon Nova Act. Previously I was a Data Scientist at AWS and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. Data Science roles can mean very different things to different teams, organizations, and I’m very excited to give back to the program that helped me grow so much. It’s a very exciting time in AI!

Organization: Coinbase (https://www.coinbase.com/)
Industry: Tech/Cryptocurrency
Additionally: Instructor @ Product Launch (Decal) through SCET at UC Berkeley

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry
- General advice for internship or job searches in their field,
- General resume tips for their field (ex: skills to highlight),
- Startups / Entrepreneurship

I love teaching. I aim to eventually have a career in education and I would to help out people that were recently in my position as much as I can.

Organization: Meta (https://www.metacareers.com/)
Industry: Tech

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry
- General advice for internship or job searches in your field
- Applying for deferred MBA programs

I am a Data Scientist at Meta, specializing in AI-driven recommendation systems, large-scale machine learning models, and data science methodologies. I have extensive experience in ranking algorithms, A/B testing, causal inference, and the development of data-driven solutions that optimize product experiences at scale.

Organization: Barracuda (https://www.barracuda.com/)
Industry: Cybersecurity

Topics:
- Interview prep
- Networking advice
- Discussing whether grad school is helpful in your field/role
- Finding early career roles in a tight job market

I would not be who I am today without the wonderful friends and connections I made through the data science community at Berkeley! My mentors at Berkeley and beyond helped me figure out what I wanted to do in life and have given me the guidance I needed to succeed in my career. I'm hoping to pay that forward by becoming a mentor myself! When I graduated at the peak of the COVID pandemic and lost a job offer, I felt very uncertain I would ever start my career in data science. However, a peer from my network gave me the referral I needed to land my first job after college! As someone who also recruited for a role in the 2025 job market, I understand the very harsh reality of searching for a job today. I want to share my experience and help guide anyone who may be in a similar position! I also love my career as a Product Data Scientist and would love to chat with anyone looking to explore a career in Product Analytics or Product Management!

Organization: NVIDIA (https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/)
Department: Sales, Finance
Industry: Tech (Semiconductors)

Topics:
- Personal experience in role or industry
- Personalized resume and project portfolio feedback
- General advice for internships or job searches in their field
- Engaging in the open source software and data science communities online

If you’re unsure about pursuing a career in data science or sometimes question whether you’re “smart enough” for this field, you’re definitely not alone. I felt this throughout my Cal experience. The advantage of a data science education is that it opens doors to so many different roles-analyst, scientist, engineer, researcher, developer-and makes you valuable across countless industries and departments. But with so many possibilities, figuring out where you belong can feel overwhelming. The supportive data science community at Berkeley helped me find the confidence to blend my interests and education into a meaningful career path. Now, I’m excited to pay it forward by helping you gain the same confidence and practical know-how as you continue your journey with data science. However I can be of service, I’m here to help!