Human-centric Mentorship to Career Success

SquareOne started with a simple belief: no one should feel alone while navigating their future. We’re here to build community, confidence, and opportunities that last beyond graduation.

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Our Proud Partners

National Louis University

St. Francis College

Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC)

Penda Aiken Inc (Staffing)

YoorWay

Our Mission

We are bridging the career gap by sharing the hard-earned knowledge and mentorship we wish we’d had. Our mission is to empower early-stage professionals, domestic and international, to navigate their own difficult paths and secure meaningful futures in an evolving global economy.

What makes us different?

SquareOne was founded by minorities, immigrants, first-time college graduates, and international students who lived the struggle firsthand. We remember the crushing pressure of having to secure a career and the weight of navigating a complex system that wasn't built for us.

Mentors

Wan Meng

Wan Meng

Founder & Business Program Lead

Ex-SERHANT business development leader
Recruiter, business & marketing lead in staffing industry
5+ years in B2B sales, entrepreneurship

Ryan Hsieh

Ryan Hsieh

Data Program Manager

Financial Data Analyst at Lyft
Specializing in financial data pipelines and reporting

Phil Chen

Phil Chen

Recruiter & Human Resource

7+ years in HR and financial data analysis
Specializing in hiring, talent trends, skill requirements, and job market insights

Douglas Chan

Douglas Chan

SDE Project Manager

Ex-Uber, First Republic Bank Full Stack Engineer
10+ years building scalable systems across JavaScript, Python, Java, and cloud platforms like AWS and GCP.

What Students Say After Getting Hired

Real Students, Real Officers, Real Fast

Jason Wang

Jason Wang

Software Engineer at Microsoft

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John Doe

John Doe

Software Engineer at Google

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Jane Smith

Jane Smith

Software Engineer at Apple

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Mike Johnson

Mike Johnson

Software Engineer at Facebook

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Emily Davis

Emily Davis

Software Engineer at Amazon

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Jason Wang

Jason Wang

Software Engineer at Microsoft

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John Doe

John Doe

Software Engineer at Google

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Jane Smith

Jane Smith

Software Engineer at Apple

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Mike Johnson

Mike Johnson

Software Engineer at Facebook

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Emily Davis

Emily Davis

Software Engineer at Amazon

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Meet our Career Ambassadors

They found jobs through us, and now they are here to help you.

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Mastering the Numbers: From Finance Major to Professional Accountant

Joanne transitioned from a general Finance major into a specialized professional accounting role. By implementing a disciplined daily outreach strategy and leveraging a strong network of alumni, she transformed her job search from a passive activity into a targeted career launch.

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The Data-Driven Hustle: Scaling to Success with 1,000+ Applications

Queenie (Queenie Chao) utilized a high-volume, tech-enabled application strategy to break into the Data Science field. By combining AI-powered resume optimization with rigorous technical practice, she successfully navigated a highly competitive market.

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Pivoting with Purpose: Bridging Operations and Analytics

Jasmine successfully leveraged her previous experience in Customer Operations to pivot into a Data Analytics role. Her strategy involved targeting "unconventional" keywords and locations to avoid the heavy competition of major tech hubs.

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From Projects to a Career: Securing an Offer in Digital Marketing

Bowen Fan used real-world projects developed during the SquareOne program to demonstrate his value to employers. His proactive approach, including creating custom presentations for interviews, led to a successful placement at FanTuan.

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