Career Advancement A Booth Career Compounds for Life

Annie Pemberton, MBA ’20, had never taken a marketing class before she arrived at Booth, but her background in math led her to be interested in Booth’s data-driven marketing coursework. Along with her classes, she became a Kilts Scholar, participated in a case competition, and eventually took a marketing position at e-commerce company Wayfair. “I can understand when our data science team is presenting to us about their machine-learning models and how that helps them target the right consumers with the right advertisement because I built very basic machine-learning models in my classes at Booth,” she says. “This role is exactly what I always said I was looking for.”

Yutaro Okamoto, MBA ’24 (AXP-23), arrived at Booth looking to expand his business domain beyond Japan. He partnered with a classmate from India to launch Intern2Job, a startup connecting STEM students in India with roles in Japan. “When we combine our knowledge and experience, 1 + 1 becomes more than 2, creating exponential value,” he says. “I also feel genuinely grateful to be in an environment where alumni in both India and Japan tell us, ‘If you ever need help, let me know. I’ll support you.’”

After completing an internship on Bank of America’s mortgage and securitized products trading team as part of his degree, Tiger Dong, MiF ’25, received a full-time offer to return to the team. “Booth’s Career Services does a great job connecting students with professional opportunities and with alumni,” he says.