From Classroom to Career

Marie May • October 16, 2025

How the Nurture Programme Helped Amit Become a Data Engineer

At Eden Smith, we believe the future of data and technology depends on one thing, people.


That’s why our Nurture Programme was created: to bridge the gap between academic study and industry practice by connecting MSc students in AI, Data Science, and IoT with real businesses solving real-world challenges.


Through short-term projects that double as dissertation opportunities, students gain hands-on experience, while businesses benefit from new perspectives, cutting-edge knowledge, and emerging talent.


One of our recent success stories is a collaboration with Rebura, a leading AWS consulting partner, and Amit Kumar Biswas, a student from the University of Salford. Together, they turned an academic project into a career-launching opportunity, and demonstrated exactly why the Nurture Programme works.

👉 You can read Rebura’s perspective on the project here: How Rebura took Amit from Student Engineer to Data Engineer.


A Real-World Challenge That Made a Real Impact


When Amit joined Rebura’s Data team in January 2025, his brief was both ambitious and practical: to build an internal data portal that consolidated information from multiple sources into one easy-to-use platform.


The project involved integrating data from tools like Jira, Confluence, and AWS monitoring, then visualising it through tables and interactive dashboards. Working primarily with AWS technologies such as Chalice, Lambda, Cognito, Amplify, and API Gateway, Amit built a secure, scalable solution that made a tangible difference for the business.


But beyond the technical delivery, what made the experience transformative was the collaboration between Amit and the Rebura team. They created an environment where learning was encouraged, feedback was continuous, and innovation was expected.


“Working at Rebura has enabled me to experience my academic knowledge in a real-world scenario.”
 - Amit Kumar Biswas, Data Engineer at Rebura


Developing the Next Generation of Data Professionals


The Nurture Programme isn’t just about technical projects, it’s about developing the full range of professional skills today’s data talent needs.


During his 12 weeks at Rebura, Amit didn’t just build an AWS solution. He strengthened his communication skills, learned to manage deadlines and stakeholder expectations, and gained the confidence to operate as part of a high-performing team.


His achievements included:

  • Designing and deploying an AWS-based data integration solution
  • Applying software engineering principles in a commercial setting
  • Translating technical detail into clear, actionable insights
  • Learning to collaborate effectively with both peers and senior engineers


This combination of technical growth and personal development is what sets the Nurture Programme apart, it helps students transition from the classroom to the workplace with confidence and capability.


“From day one with the initial interviews with Amit, it was clear he is a self-starter. His can-do attitude and thoughtful approach made asking him to join the team at the end of the project a no-brainer.”

 - Dan Keely, Principal Data Engineer at Rebura


Shaping the Future of Green and Data Talent


For us at Eden Smith, Amit’s journey represents exactly what the Nurture Programme stands for: collaboration, opportunity, and the growth of tomorrow’s workforce.


“A heartfelt thank you to everyone at Rebura for their mentorship, support, and belief in the next generation of data professionals. It’s been a privilege to collaborate with you.”
 - Marie May, Head of Education at Eden Smith


We’re proud to see Amit thriving as a full-time Data Engineer at Rebura, and even prouder to see businesses like Rebura investing in the next generation of talent.


If your organisation wants to make a tangible impact, not just on projects, but on people, the Nurture Programme can help you do exactly that.


👉 Get in touch with  Marie May to learn how your business can participate in the next Nurture Programme cohort and shape the future of data talent.


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