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Jennifer Nguyen

with Jennifer Nguyen

A strong portfolio can open doors, but only if it clearly shows what you can do and why it matters. This MentorCruise session is designed to help you improve how … Read more

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Jennifer Nguyen

Jennifer Nguyen

Data Science at Stripe | ex-Principal Data Scientist @ Microsoft

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About this session

A strong portfolio can open doors, but only if it clearly shows what you can do and why it matters. This MentorCruise session is designed to help you improve how your work is presented, whether you are applying for jobs, pitching clients, or building credibility in your field. If your portfolio feels scattered, outdated, or not quite convincing enough, this session gives you practical feedback on how to strengthen it.

You’ll work with an experienced mentor to review your portfolio through the eyes of a hiring manager, client, or industry peer. Together, you can assess the quality of your project selection, case studies, storytelling, structure, and presentation, and identify what is missing or not landing. The goal is to leave with clearer direction on how to make your portfolio more focused, more compelling, and more effective at creating opportunities.

Your mentor

One of the key things I look for when hiring a new data scientist who don’t have work experience is if they have a list of projects they have worked on. Besides that, I’m looking to see if they can communicate the work they've done. As a data scientist, you’re often asked to explain your findings to a non-technical audience and a common mistake even experienced data scientists make is not tailori the audience. If you have a portfolio that needs reviewing, I’m happy to help.

What mentees say

5.0 (44 reviews)
“She has been an incredible mentor, offering thoughtful advice, clear direction, and constant encouragement. Her ability to share knowledge while also challenging me to think independently has helped me grow both profess…” “She has been an incredible mentor, offering thoughtful advice, clear direction, and constant encouragement. Her ability to share knowledge while also challenging me to think independently has helped me grow both professionally and personally. I’m truly grateful for her support and the impact she has had on my development.”
Neishka

Neishka

Standard Plan · 8 months

“Jennifer was a wonderful mentor. She was always easy to talk to and offered a clear, practical roadmap for reaching my goals. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a mentor!”
Thalia

Thalia

Lite Plan · 11 months

“I came to this mentorship while transitioning into data science roles after an academic career. I had strong foundations in statistics and causal inference but needed guidance on how to present myself effectively and sh…” “I came to this mentorship while transitioning into data science roles after an academic career. I had strong foundations in statistics and causal inference but needed guidance on how to present myself effectively and sharpen the specific skills that industry hiring processes demand. We worked together on a wide range of topics, from Python and SQL practice to machine learning concepts, case study preparation, and refining my CV. What I appreciated most was how structured and adaptable our sessions were. She met me where I was, tailored her advice to the roles I was targeting, and always gave actionable feedback I could apply right away. Thanks to her help, I feel significantly more confident going into interviews and much better prepared across the board. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a mentor who is both knowledgeable and genuinely invested in your success. ”
Jad

Jad

Pro Plan · 6 months

“I came to MentorCruise not really sure how to get my career started. My resume, social media, and portfolio all needed significant improvements, and after sending out applications for a long time with no responses, I kn…” “I came to MentorCruise not really sure how to get my career started. My resume, social media, and portfolio all needed significant improvements, and after sending out applications for a long time with no responses, I knew I couldn’t keep doing it alone. I wanted to find a mentor in Canada who understood the Canadian market and could help me get unstuck. From the very beginning, my mentor took a structured, thoughtful approach with me. We went through my resume line by line, clarified everything, and made sure my LinkedIn and portfolio were polished. What I really appreciate is also how the improvements also gave me a huge boost to my confidence. The impact has been huge. Within just one week of updating my resume with her help, I received a response from RBC inviting me to the coding stage. And with that extra boost in confidence, I applied to a project that ended up getting me invited to Parliament in Ottawa by Senators. On top of that, I’ve strengthened my business sense and highlighted that clearly in my portfolio. Overall, I’ve already learned so much from her teachings, and every aspect of my data science journey has been taken to another level. I’m very grateful to have her as my mentor and would highly recommend her to anyone serious about growing their career.”
Bryan

Bryan

Standard Plan · 1 month

“Jennifer has been such a huge help in my job search journey. She’s patient and answers all my questions quickly and mock interviews with her boosted my confidence a lot. Thank you so much, Jen!”
Anna

Anna

Standard Plan · 1 month

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