Peer Career Advisors

Ariana Bertrand is a sophomore in the College of Arts and Sciences studying Political Science with minors in Economic Policy and Computer Science, while also pursuing a pre-law track. Her past internship experiences include working at the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, serving as a Policy Intern at the National Urban League in Washington, D.C., and tutoring students in Java at Code Ninjas in her hometown.On campus, Ariana is involved with SCUE, Penn Democrats, and WUPP. In her free time, she enjoys running, watching movies, and playing Subway Surfers.

Sarah Chinvattanachot (she/her) is a senior at the Wharton School, concentrating in Finance and Operations, Information and Decisions. She spent her junior summer as a SBA at McKinsey & Company, where she will be returning full-time. Previously, she has also interned at Accenture, KPMG, and Bualuang Securities. On campus, Sarah is part of the OIDD 1010 TA, Wharton Asia Exchange, Penn Appétit, Social Impact Consulting, and PennThai. In her free time, Sarah likes to make matcha, cook, try new cafes/restaurants (find her on beli), and going on long walks with friends.

Dedeepya Guthikonda (she/her) is currently a sophomore studying Economics in the College of Arts & Sciences and pursuing a tentative Statistics concentration in Wharton. Her favorite internship experience has been working on education policy research this past summer through the Penn Undergraduate Research Mentorship Program. On campus, Dedeepya is a desk editor for Daily Pennsylvanian, treasurer for the Dean’s Advisory Board, and an instructor for Cosmic Writers, through which she teaches writing workshops to K-12 students across Philadelphia. She is an avid fan of iced chai, loves watching musicals, and enjoys going on runs outside and baking banana bread.

Mtab Habib (she/her/hers) is currently a senior in the College of Arts and Sciences studying Health and Societies, concentrating in Healthcare Markets and Finance, and minoring in Neuroscience and Healthcare Management. She has a strong interest in public health and healthcare reform, cultivated through coursework and her past internship experiences. Mtab has previously worked as a Research Assistant in a molecular biology lab, a Private Equity Summer Intern at Hamilton Lane, and a Summer Analyst at Chartis. After graduating this spring, she will be returning to Chartis in New York City as a full-time Analyst.

On campus, Mtab is deeply involved in the First Generation-Low Income Dean’s Advisory Board and the DEI committee for her sorority. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, yoga, reading new books, and thrifting with her friends.

Alivia Jiang (she/her/hers) is a senior at the Wharton School studying Finance and Operations, Information and Decisions. She holds a strong interest in venture capital and growth stage investing from two internships at Forerunner Ventures and Harlem Capital, and works part-time as an Analyst Fellow for Franklin Advisory, a venture consulting firm based in DC. In addition, she spent her junior summer in later stage private credit investing at Brinley Partners. Upon graduation in the spring, she is excited to join ICONIQ’s Venture and Growth team in San Francisco full-time.

On campus, Alivia is passionate about leading with mentorship through her involvement in the Wharton Dean’s Undergraduate Advisory Board, research with the Baker Retailing Center, and touring with the Kite and Key Society. In her free time, Alivia enjoys running on the Schuylkill River Trail, publication design, and reading in book clubs with friends.

Stacy Isimbi Manzi (she/her/hers) is a junior in the Engineering School studying Computer Science with a minor in Consumer Psychology. Her past internship experience includes working as a Developer Relations Intern at NVIDIA and a Test and Evaluation Engineer at UL Solutions. She also worked with the SEAS Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as a Programming and Robotics Instructor to assist underprivileged students in different Philadelphia schools. On campus, Stacy’s favorite club is the Society of African Internationals at Penn (SAIP)  and is on its board; she is also a member of NSBE. In her free time, she enjoys photography, hanging out with friends, watching movies, spending time in nature, and touring museums.

John Medrano-Torres (he/him) is a sophomore at Wharton studying Finance and Real Estate. He hopes to pursue internships and a career in real estate investment, eventually planning to engage with the real estate industry globally, as well as help fellow FGLI students academically and professionally succeed. On campus, John is involved with Scholars of Finance, and he is also a member of the Wharton Undergraduate Real Estate Club. In his free time, he enjoys learning about cars, tech, and Latino culture, as well as gaming and hanging out with friends.

Amanda Moore (she/her/hers) is currently a junior in the School Nursing pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with a minor in Global Health. She has had two meaningful internship experiences through the Penn Abroad Global Research & Internship Program over the last two summers. She had the opportunity to promote early childhood education initiatives in undeveloped rural communities in Uganda and conducted research on palliative care in the ICU at Trinity College in Dublin Ireland. On campus, Amanda is involved in Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Student Nurses at Penn, Student Nurses for Global Health, Nurses for Sexual and Reproductive Health, Penn Democrats, Nursing Peer Advising and her sorority. in her free time, she enjoys running, rewatching her favorite rom-coms, and exploring new places around Philly with friends.

Napat Thongtanakul (he/him) is currently a Junior studying Economics in the College of Arts & Sciences and pursuing an American Public Policy minor in Wharton. He spent his past summer interning in New York, working as a Cleantech Investment Banking Analyst at Coady Diemar Partners. He has also worked as a Semiconductor

Equity Research Analyst for New Silk Road Investment Fund, and served in the Singapore Air Force. On campus, Napat is VP Finance for PennThai, a Venture Analyst for Moso Capital, and part of Phi Gamma Nu Business Fraternity. In his free time, he loves to bake sourdough bread, sing, and run along the Schuylkill.

Anh Trinh (she/her/hers) is a junior in the School of Nursing pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with a minor in Classical Studies. She holds a strong interest in pediatrics and adolescent health, inspired by her clinical experiences and community-focused work. Last summer, Anh studied abroad through the MICEFA Medical and Public Health Summer Program in Paris, where she gained a comprehensive understanding of the French healthcare system and collaborated with healthcare professionals across diverse fields. On campus, she is actively involved in Student Nurses at Penn and the Asian Pacific American Nursing Association. In her free time, Anh enjoys getting boba at Molly Tea, playing tennis, and listening to K-pop.

Luna Wang (she/her) is a junior at the Wharton School studying Entrepreneurship while pursuing an accelerated Master’s in Higher Education. She has spent her last two summers working in strategy at an EdTech startup and in corporate development at HII. Next summer, she will be joining Bain & Company as an associate consulting intern in New York. On campus, Luna is a Joseph Wharton Scholar, WH1010 TA, and Turner ESG Fellow, and is involved in Wharton Undergraduate Consulting Club and Wharton Women. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and finding new foods in Philly, traveling to new places, and playing volleyball!

Herinah Asaah (she/her/hers) is currently a senior in the College of Arts and Sciences intending on pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and minors in Music and Philosophy, as well as a certificate in Global Human Rights. She wants to study International Human Rights in law school, in order to professionally advocate for global education equity. In her free time, she enjoys working with kids, reading, listening to music, and hanging out with friends. Her favorite study spot on campus is the Annenberg Library!

Megan Wu is currently a senior in the College of Arts and Sciences majoring in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. As the Pre-Health Peer Coach, she enjoys assisting students in identifying their goals and locating campus resources, as well as determining ways to improve the pre-health experience on campus. Having recently gone through the application cycle herself, Megan is knowledgeable about the ins and outs of the application process including how to secure research positions and volunteer/shadowing opportunities, appropriate clinical experience and activities, course planning, standardized testing , and application timelines. As a sophomore transfer student who also studied abroad in London during her time at Penn, Megan brings diverse perspectives and experiences to share with the students she advises. Megan is on the board of Women Who Lift and is involved in Penn Flutes and its Library Choir as well as volunteering in a nonprofit health clinic in Center City. She also enjoys reading, thrifting, listening to music, hanging out with her friends, and trying out new restaurants (and ranking them on Beli!) in her spare time.