Sophomore studying Data Science, exploring machine learning, statistics, and data tools while preparing for my first industry role.
Projects from coursework and personal study that demonstrate core data science skills: data cleaning, analysis, basic modeling, and visualization.
Pinterest · ✅ Verified by Extern · ⏱️ In progress
A Pinterest externship examining Gen Z consumer behavior and how that cohort uses the platform, with a focus on survey-based insights for advertiser-facing storytelling.
Sophomore studying Data Science, exploring machine learning, statistics, and data tools while preparing for my first industry role.
I am Hinata Kobayashi, a sophomore at Boston University pursuing a Bachelors in Data Science. I have limited formal work experience and am preparing for my first professional roles by building technical skills and academic projects.
Externships
Pinterest - GenZ Consumer Behavior Externship
In progress
Experience
Front Desk Assistant
Nursing Division, Union Adventist University · Sep 2024 - May 2026
Front Desk Assistant
Rees Hall, Union Adventist University · Jan 2026 - May 2026
Education
Union Adventist University
Computer Science
BOSTON UNIVERSITY
Faculty of Computing and Data Science; Major in Data Science; Minors in Business · Class of 2029
Skills
✅ Verified by Extern · ⏱️ In progress
A Pinterest externship examining Gen Z consumer behavior and how that cohort uses the platform, with a focus on survey-based insights for advertiser-facing storytelling.
The externship analyzed how Gen Z uses Pinterest by designing and running a Jobs-to-be-Done survey and synthesizing responses into an advertiser-facing insight. The work included survey design, deployment to Gen Z respondents, and analysis of returned responses. The project produced a single evidence-backed insight presented as an advertiser pitch.
I designed and deployed a Jobs-to-be-Done survey to Gen Z respondents, analyzed the responses, and packaged the findings into a concise advertiser-facing insight and pitch.
