International Real Estate Professionals in Residence (I-REP)
The International Real Estate Professionals Program connects students with real estate and finance professionals working across global markets. Designed with international students in mind—but open to all students with an interest in global real estate—this program offers insight into how real estate careers, markets, and practices differ across regions and countries.
Through virtual conversations, mentorship sessions, and career-focused discussions, students gain exposure to international career pathways, cross-border investment practices, and global industry trends. Participants have the opportunity to learn directly from professionals about navigating careers abroad, leveraging international experience, and building global professional networks.
Find a mentor
Why have a mentor?
- Enhance culture and professional diversity
- Gain international insights
- Prepare for global career paths
What to expect
- Personalized guidance from your chosen mentor
- Short, informal connection
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 International 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 International 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.