Why linkedIn Matters

The LinkedIn profile is a key pillar of the DataGen Scholar Program because it serves as each scholar’s digital resume, personal brand, and professional launchpad. Here’s why it matters:

 

In today’s digital world, your LinkedIn profile often makes the first impression. A strong profile empowers DataGen Scholars to stand out in college admissions, internships, and career opportunities, making them ready to be noticed, valued, and hired.

Five Reasons LinkedIn Is Essential

A strong LinkedIn profile helps students get noticed by recruiters, colleges, and tech professionals looking for emerging talent.

A strong LinkedIn profile helps students get noticed by recruiters, colleges, and tech professionals looking for emerging talent.

Instead of just using social media for entertainment, students learn how to use it for career building and networking, setting themselves apart from their peers.

Students connect with mentors, potential employers, and fellow DataGen Scholars—building a professional network early.

A validated LinkedIn profile is part of the criteria for receiving the $200 reimbursable commitment fee and earning money from the program. It confirms the scholar’s engagement and growth.

An example “SaNDAI validated” LinkedIn profile

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Top skills

Microsoft Power BI
Python (Programming Language)
Data Analytics

Paul Alo

Ambitious Tech Enthusiast and Student at New Town High School
Owings Mills, Maryland, United States

Summary

As an ambitious tech enthusiast and student at New Town High School, I am actively learning to leverage cutting-edge generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Gamma, MurfAI, and Synthesia. My journey includes pursuing industry-recognized certifications in Data Literacy, AI Fundamentals, and a Data Career Certification through DataCamp. I’ve mastered advanced data visualization techniques using Tableau, Power BI, and Google Analytics, creating eye-catching and informative visuals. Additionally, I’ve gained experience with various programming languages for web development.

Experience

SaNDAI Global

DataGen Scholar Micro-job
July 2024 – Present (9 months)
United States

  • Conduct in-depth market research to uncover actionable insights and help clients make informed decisions.

  • Clean and aggregate data to ensure it’s reliable and ready for accurate analysis.

  • Use generative AI technologies to tackle projects efficiently and share meaningful results with leadership and clients.

 

SaNDAI Cares

DataGen Scholar
July 2024 – Present (9 months)
United States

  • Learn how to leverage generative AI tools and applications like ChatGPT, Gamma, MurfAI, and Synthesia.

  • On track to earn three industry-recognized certifications: Data Literacy, AI Fundamentals, and a Data Career Certification through DataCamp.

  • Master advanced data visualization techniques using Tableau, Power BI, and Google Analytics to create eye-catching and informative visuals.

  • Gain experience with SQL, cloud computing, and cloud storage applications like Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services.

 

DSNai – Data Science Nigeria

OSN Scholar
July 2022 – October 2023 (1 year 4 months)
Nigeria

I learned how to use various visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, and Google Analytics to create eye-catching and informative visuals. Additionally, I acquired skills in Python for effective data analysis.

Education

New Town High School
(September 2022 – May 2025)

Bottom line: In a world where your online presence speaks before you do, a strong LinkedIn profile helps DataGen Scholar step confidently into college, internships, and careers—ready to be seen, hired, and heard.