From Unplaced Graduate to Quality Data Analyst: How Newton School Helped Shubham Launch His Career

Graduating during a market slowdown can be challenging — especially when companies stop visiting campuses. Shubham’s journey highlights how focused learning, practical exposure, and the right mentorship can help fresh graduates build successful careers, even during a recession.

Today, Shubham works as a Quality Data Analyst at Vincula. His journey with Newton School transformed uncertainty into opportunity.

Graduating During a Recession: A Career Crossroads

Shubham completed his B.Tech in Computer Science with a Data Science specialisation in 2024 from a private college. Despite his technical background, the timing worked against him.

With the recession in 2024, companies did not visit his campus for placements, leaving him without a job offer. At one point, he even considered preparing for government exams, but quickly realised that this path did not align with his strengths or interests.

What he did know, however, was that he wanted to work in data-focused roles within the IT industry.

Discovering Newton School Through an Offline Visit

Determined to take control of his career, Shubham considered relocating to Bangalore to explore learning and placement options. During this search, he came across Newton School and decided to visit the campus personally to understand their offerings.

What stood out to him immediately was:

- Strong placement support
- Structured mentorship programs
- An outcome-driven learning approach

This gave him the confidence to take a chance with Newton School and invest fully in the program.

Breaking the Offline-Only Learning Mindset

Coming from Chhattisgarh, Shubham had always believed that offline institutions offered better exposure. However, his experience at Newton School completely changed this perception.

The program emphasised hands-on, practical learning, combined with guest lectures from industry professionals who shared real-world problem-solving experiences from their companies. This exposure helped bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industry expectations.

Mentor Support That Went Beyond the Classroom

A crucial factor in Shubham’s success was his mentor, Akhilesh, who played a significant role in shaping his interview readiness and communication skills.

Whether it was:

- Early-morning mock interviews at 6 AM or 7 AM before scheduled interviews
- Guidance on project explanations and internship experience
- Support with resume building and LinkedIn profile optimisation

The mentorship was highly personalised and aligned with real interview scenarios, helping Shubham gain confidence and clarity.

Placement Opportunities Through Newton School

Shubham received two key career opportunities through Newton School’s placement support system.

- Internship Opportunity
He first secured an internship, allowing him to gain hands-on industry experience and apply his learning in real-world scenarios.

- Full-Time Role After Internship
After completing the internship, Newton School continued to support him, helping him transition into a full-time role.

This step-by-step placement journey reinforced Newton School’s commitment to long-term career outcomes.

Arena and Mentorship-Driven Learning

Shubham actively practised questions from Arena, especially across:

- Excel modules
- SQL modules

Whenever he faced challenges, he booked mentor or guide sessions, where problems were solved collaboratively. This continuous feedback loop strengthened his problem-solving skills and technical confidence.

Family Support and Trust in the Process

Shubham’s parents were highly supportive of his decision to join Newton School. He explained the platform’s mentorship, placement opportunities, and lifetime placement support, which helped them trust the process.

When Shubham finally secured a role, their confidence in his decision was validated — making the journey even more meaningful.

Where Shubham Is Today

Today, Shubham works as a Quality Data Analyst at Vincula, building a stable and growth-oriented career in data analytics.

His story is a strong example of how Newton School helps fresh graduates overcome placement challenges, even during economic downturns, through practical learning, strong mentorship, and outcome-driven placement support.