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Roadmap to Get a Data Role at Google

The document outlines a comprehensive roadmap for securing a data role at Google, starting from the second year of study. It includes eight steps focusing on skill development in Python, SQL, and Excel, project work, interview preparation, and networking, with specific timeframes for each phase. The plan emphasizes building a strong portfolio, practicing coding challenges, and tailoring applications for Google roles.

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Roadmap to Get a Data Role at Google

The document outlines a comprehensive roadmap for securing a data role at Google, starting from the second year of study. It includes eight steps focusing on skill development in Python, SQL, and Excel, project work, interview preparation, and networking, with specific timeframes for each phase. The plan emphasizes building a strong portfolio, practicing coding challenges, and tailoring applications for Google roles.

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Roadmap to Get a Data Role at Google (Starting 2nd Year, 4th Sem)

STEP 1: Foundation (4th Semester – Current Phase)

Goal: Build core skills in Python, SQL, and Excel

• [ ] Learn Python basics (Data types, loops, functions)

• [ ] Learn Python for Data Analysis (NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Seaborn)

• [ ] Master SQL (Joins, Aggregations, Subqueries) – use Leetcode + StrataScratch

• [ ] Learn Excel (Pivot Tables, Formulas, Charts)

• [ ] Start your GitHub, upload basic EDA projects

Recommended Timeframe: April–June

STEP 2: Basic Projects + Resume Start

Goal: Apply skills to small, real-world datasets

• [ ] Do at least 2 Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) projects from Kaggle

• [ ] Create a clean, impact-based resume

• [ ] Add projects to GitHub with readme files

• [ ] Begin learning Git + GitHub version control

Timeframe: May–July

STEP 3: Intermediate Data Science + Visualization (5th Semester)

Goal: Learn storytelling + start applying ML

• [ ] Learn Feature Engineering & Data Cleaning techniques

• [ ] Learn basic ML (Linear Regression, Classification, Sklearn)

• [ ] Start using Power BI or Tableau

• [ ] Build a dashboard project (sales, healthcare, etc.)

• [ ] Join a college tech club or open-source program

Timeframe: July–October

STEP 4: DSA + Google-Focused Prep Starts (End of 5th Semester)

Goal: Prepare for Google-level interviews

• [ ] Start solving DSA daily (1–2 problems from LeetCode)

• [ ] Focus on Arrays, Strings, Trees, HashMaps, Graphs

• [ ] Start solving SQL challenges on LeetCode + StrataScratch

• [ ] Prepare for Google’s past interview questions (Glassdoor)


Timeframe: October–December

STEP 5: Internship Ready (6th Semester)

Goal: Apply for real internships + build portfolio

• [ ] Apply to internships on LinkedIn, Internshala, AngelList

• [ ] Build a project that solves a real-world problem (e.g., ML model, data


dashboard)

• [ ] Write blog posts on your projects (use Medium or Hashnode)

• [ ] Create a portfolio site (GitHub Pages or personal domain)

Timeframe: January–April (3rd Year)

STEP 6: Advanced ML + Cloud Basics

Goal: Become eligible for DS engineer roles

• [ ] Learn Tree-based models (Random Forest, XGBoost)

• [ ] Learn NLP basics (Text cleaning, TF-IDF, Sentiment analysis)

• [ ] Understand basic cloud concepts (GCP, BigQuery, Colab)

• [ ] Practice End-to-End ML project

Timeframe: April–July

STEP 7: Mock Interviews + Networking (7th Semester)

Goal: Prepare for real Google interviews

• [ ] Mock interviews (with friends, or platforms like Pramp)

• [ ] Attend Google Code Jam, Kick Start (practice rounds)

• [ ] Network with Googlers on LinkedIn, ask for feedback or referrals

• [ ] Reach out to alumni who work at Google or similar firms

Timeframe: August–October

STEP 8: Apply to Google (Final Year – 8th Semester)

Goal: Land that Google interview

• [ ] Apply via Google Careers + Careers.google.com/students

• [ ] Use referral if possible

• [ ] Tailor your resume for each role (Data Analyst / DS Engineer)

• [ ] Prepare for case-based + behavioral questions

Timeframe: October–December
Ongoing (Every Month)

• [ ] LeetCode (Python + SQL) – 3–4 questions/week

• [ ] Kaggle/Personal Project – 1 per month or 2 months

• [ ] LinkedIn post or blog update – 1 per month

• [ ] GitHub commits – regular updates

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