My First Job: It All Adds Up

Growing up in an entrepreneurial-oriented family, Anoop Mettu (MiM’20) has always been curious about exploring possible career opportunities in business. “I’ve seen what it takes to grow a business from a young age,” Mettu said. “Especially how to take care of your customers and employees. I think that piece was really ingrained in me.”

While Mettu’s interest in taking care of people through healthcare education led him to major in biological sciences and engineering in college, he remained interested in business operations throughout his studies. After graduation, Mettu interned at a nonprofit organization where he worked as a strategy analyst for an education center in India.

A few months later, he was accepted to join the M.S. in Management (MiM) program at McDonough as part of the first MiM cohort.

On the Hilltop, Mettu quickly became familiar with the endless career possibilities at the intersection of his personal and professional interests.

“I actually stumbled upon my first full-time job because of Georgetown,” Mettu said. “I didn’t know there were positions that existed between the intersection of business and healthcare.”

Mettu said that his time on campus was pivotal in shaping the next chapter of his career in business. While at McDonough, he focused on keeping an open mind and embracing new experiences and opportunities, which he said helped him get to where he is today.

After graduation, Mettu accepted a role at Predict Health, which allowed him to hone his technical skills while also analyzing healthcare data that helps businesses make strategic decisions.

A few years later, Mettu is now a consultant at Blue Matter, a consulting firm that specializes in life sciences. Mettu said he never expected his career to pan out the way it has, but he is grateful for the opportunities he’s had to follow his passions through work. While Mettu’s interest in taking care of people through healthcare education led him to major in biological sciences and engineering in college, he remained interested in business operations throughout his studies. After graduation, Mettu interned at a nonprofit organization where he worked as a strategy analyst for an education center in India.

“For those who are exploring possible career paths, the first step is gaining a deep understanding of what is out there,” Mettu said. “This will help shape your goals and potential professional trajectories down the line, which aren’t typically linear. I’m grateful for the unexpected professional journey I’ve had to-date, including the opportunity to blend my diverse set of interests and passions.”

This story was originally featured in the Georgetown Business Fall 2024 Magazine. Download the Georgetown Business Audio app to listen to the stories and other bonus content.