Riya Mehta is a senior at USC Marshall studying Finance with minors in Computer Programming and Health Policy.

Riya previously interned at 23andMe in a Financial Planning & Analysis role, where she gained exposure to corporate finance strategy within a genomics and biotech startup. She also worked at a health insurance-focused venture capital firm, where she explored the intersection of policy and innovation in healthcare. Most recently, she interned at Centerview Partners in New York, where she gained hands-on experience in M&A and strategic advisory. [[MORE]] On campus, Riya has served as a mentor in multiple finance organizations, offering resume reviews, mock interviews, and recruiting guidance to students navigating the internship process. In her advisory role, she aims to support students pursuing investment banking in New York and healthcare, sharing insights from her own experience, and helping peers feel confident and prepared every step of the way.