Entry-level Positions for Aspiring Cofounders and CEOs
Jingjing, a Cofounder/CEO, suggests undergraduates consider entry-level roles like data science, engineering, business analysis, or even "chief of staff," advising to not be afraid of applying for bigger roles at smaller companies where one can "learn a lot more" and make a significant impact; the experience in a startup allows for greater exposure and responsibility than a large company.
Entry-Level Jobs, Startup Experience, Data Science, Business Analysis, Impactful Roles
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
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Jingjing Zhong
Cofounder/CEO
UC berkeley letters and science
UC Berkeley
UC BEREKLEY Economics undergrad
Economics
Technology
Entrepreneurship and Business Owner
Transfer Student
Video Highlights
1. Entry-level positions in Jingjing's field include data science, engineering, business analysis, and chief of staff roles.
2. Don't be afraid to apply for bigger roles, even straight out of college; smaller companies offer more learning opportunities and impact.
3. Smaller companies provide greater responsibility and exposure, allowing you to contribute significantly and learn quickly from an early stage.
Transcript
What entry-level positions are there in this field that an undergraduate college student might consider?
Data science engineers, business analysts, chief of staff – don't be afraid to apply for bigger roles. I love hiring people fresh out of school because they are so young and motivated.
It's like water in a cup versus water in a bucket. People can learn so fast. I would tell people not to be afraid to apply for any position.
Even if the company is smaller, that's completely fine because you get to learn a lot more. Let's say you go to Google; you are a tiny part of a tiny department, and the company can run with or without you.
So, imagine the impact you can make. If you join an early-stage startup, you are probably employee number four. They don't know what they're doing either, and they need your help to figure it out.
Imagine the exposure you're going to get. I would tell people to try and go for smaller companies and take on more responsibilities.