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| ===I don't have a bachelor's degree in data science. Can I still apply?=== | | ===I don't have a bachelor's degree in data science. Can I still apply?=== |
| A bachelor's degree in any field is acceptable, but it requires a specialization (a minimum of two completed courses) in economics, sociology, or statistics; and relevant experience, as described in the [https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?poster=1870237 poster]. | | A bachelor's degree in any field is acceptable, but it requires a specialization (a minimum of two completed courses) in economics, sociology, or statistics; and relevant experience, as described in the [https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?poster=1870237 poster]. |
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| + | ===How do I answer the screening questions regarding my experience?=== |
| + | *To increase the likelihood of being selected, answer the screening questions using '''specific''' and '''concrete''' examples from your work, volunteer, or school experience. |
| + | *A strong answer includes details such as when and where you acquired the experience and focuses on what you accomplished and the results you obtained. |
| + | *A weak answer doesn’t provide enough details for the person reviewing your application to determine that you have the required experience. A weak answer could mean that your application is not selected for further consideration. |
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| + | *Here are examples of strong and weak answers to the following screening question: |
| + | '''Do you have experience working with structured or unstructured data, for example in data extraction, validating, processing, cleaning, managing, categorizing, visualizing, and analyzing?''' |
| + | **Strong Answer: From November 2019 to September 2021, in my role as a Data Specialist at ABC Company, I have gained experience in data processing by completing the following tasks... (Describe the tasks) |
| + | **Weak Answer: See my resume for details, I have 2 years of experience in data processing. |
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| + | *You can use the STAR method to help structure your answers: |
| + | **'''Situation:''' Describe the situation. |
| + | **'''Task:''' Give details on what you had to do. |
| + | **'''Action:''' Give details on actions you have taken. |
| + | **'''Result:''' Describe the result of the situation. |
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| == '''After submitting the application'''== | | == '''After submitting the application'''== |