Are you ready to turn your academic knowledge into a career in Data Science, Machine Learning, or Data Analytics? In today’s competitive job market, the Data Science Mentoring Circles (DSMC) program is designed to give you a distinct advantage. The DSMC program provides the personalized guidance you need to stand out.

Explore our 2025 mentors’ slate and hear about past participants’ experiences to see where this journey can take you!

As a Mentee, You Will Receive:

  • One-on-One Resume Crafting: Work directly with an industry professional to build a resume that gets noticed.
  • Targeted Interview Prep: Participate in discussions and mock interviews to build the confidence to ace your interviews.
  • Exclusive Network Access: Join a private LinkedIn group connecting you with all DSMC mentors and mentees since 2020. Learn directly from professionals at Google, Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, Etsy, CVS, and Accenture.

Mentee Eligibility

Mentees should be Boston University graduate students who have interest in data science and who have not participated in the program before.

Boston University is committed to the highest levels of intellectual and creative achievement. Crucial to that mission is a significantly increased breadth of social, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity among our ranks. We strongly encourage applications from diverse candidates for both mentors and mentees.

Have Questions? Contact Ranfei Xu, our Data Science Mentoring Circles (DSMC) program leader, to learn more and network.