Real Estate Professionals in Residence (REP)

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Each semester the Center for Real Estate and Finance extends invitations to accomplished real estate and finance practitioners, bringing them to the Ithaca campus via the Real Estate Professionals in Residence program (REP). This initiative facilitates student learning through continuous, direct engagement with seasoned industry experts. The REPs engage in personalized one-on-one sessions with students providing assistance with navigating internship inquiries, building professional networks, and formulating effective career plans.

Find a mentor

Why have a mentor?

  • Skill Development
  • Networking and Connections
  • Personal Support and Guidance

What to expect

  • Personalized Guidance (You choose your mentor)
  • Short-term mentor
  • Informal connection
  • Flexible meeting time

How it works

  • Students interested in meeting with an International Real Estate Professionals in Residence (IREP) need a StartupTree account.
    • Create an account through StartupTree
    • Click the “meet with” button of your chosen REP below OR “Book Session Now” on StartupTree
  • The events page provides information on when the Real Estate Professionals in Residence will be on campus.

Become a mentor

  • Mentors will meet with students one-on-one for up to 30 minutes at a time. Meetings are based on your schedule and can be held in person or virtually.
  • Time commitment:  Approximately 8 hours, per semester, for two semesters.
  • If you are interested in serving as a mentor, please email us: cref@sha.cornell.edu

Questions?

Have questions about the Real Estate Professionals in Residence program, finding a mentor or becoming one?
We’re here to help and can answer questions about participation, scheduling, and getting started.