Student Portfolio & Network Building (PNB) Group


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The NEBDHub invites undergraduate and graduate students from around the world with an interest in data science to the Student Portfolio & Network Building (PNB) Group! Join our community of 4,400+ members today!

PNB LinkedIn Group

Join the PNB LinkedIn Group! Use this space to network, discuss job and internship opportunities, chat with mentors, and learn new data science tools. 

PNB Pre-Made Materials for Learners & Educators

PNB offers pre-made hosting materials for five types of meetings: Peer Networking sessions, Interview Prep sessions, Professional Communications sessions, Digital Portfolio sessions, and Leadership Styles session. Our team has created free PNB Workshop toolkits for general use. Download your Workshop toolkit below (.zip) to get started. 
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Peer Networking Sessions

  • Meet other data scientists and create a personalized networking plan
  • Explore opportunities for team data science research
  • Find data science projects and certificate programs which will enhance your academic growth and career development
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Resume & Interview Prep Sessions

  • Participate in group resume reviews
  • Practice your responses to interview questions and begin building a “story library” illustrating your professional experiences
  • Receive feedback on your interview technique and approach
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Professional Communications Sessions

  • Discuss the unique challenges and opportunities for communication in the workplace today
  • Practice drafting professional communications to maximize your impact at work
  • Learn how to draft a compelling cover letter
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Digital Portfolio Building Sessions

  • Finish collecting materials and certificates for your professional portfolio
  • Learn to build a digital portfolio of your accomplishments on GitHub
  • Develop a personal brand and post your portfolio on LinkedIn or your website
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Leadership Styles Sessions

  • Learn to confidently and effectively lead teams
  • Discover your natural leadership styles
  • Identify appropriate leadership styles for different workplace situations

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Informational Interviews

  • Learn what an Informational Interview is 
  • Identify potential interviewees 
  • Prepare well-researched questions for your interviewee and know when to follow up
Join the PNB’s LinkedIn Group to broaden your network!

Prepare for a Data Science Career

Use the below resources to jumpstart your data science and STEM career!

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NSDC Career Central Resources

Build your data science career with these professional development materials from the National Student Data Corps.

Data Science Resource Repository

Use the DSRR to find data science learning and research tools, articles, data sets, and more!

NSDC Data Science Projects

Complete data science projects and receive digital certificates for your professional portfolio with the National Student Data Corps.

CIC Student Paper Challenge

Explore the current state of COVID-19 research across STEM disciplines and submit a paper to the COVID Information Commons.

NSDC Data Science Symposium

Create and present original data science research, connect with data science mentors, and expand your peer network with the National Student Data Corps.

Transportation Data Science Project

Develop data-driven recommendations on road safety with the Department of Transportation. Find mentors and receive a certificate of completion.

Stay Connected

Email us at contact@nebigdatahub.org with any inquiries or questions.

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