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Real Estate Club: Student-Industry Connections
The Real Estate Club stands as the oldest student-run real estate organization in the United States, fostering connections between undergraduate and graduate students and industry professionals. Established in the late 1970s, our mission focuses on bridging academic learning with practical real estate experience through monthly speaker series, national networking trips, mentorship programs, and exclusive career development opportunities. Our programs feature insights from global experts in debt markets, development, REITs, and sustainable building practices, reflecting our commitment to comprehensive industry education. We facilitate partnerships with the Wisconsin Real Estate Alumni Association to ensure students access unparalleled networking opportunities, internships, and full-time placements. Our annual national trips to cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C., provide firsthand exposure to key developments and professional engagement with industry leaders.Through initiatives like the Innovator Award, we recognize professionals shaping real estate's future while providing students with career guidance. Our Career Fair connects top firms with our 700+ undergraduate and 75 graduate members annually, supported by tailored mentorship programs pairing students with experienced professionals. The club actively promotes community involvement, participating in local volunteer projects alongside academic and professional activities. With a legacy spanning over 80 years, our graduates have secured positions at leading real estate firms nationwide, underscoring our program's impact. As part of the James A. Graaskamp Center for Real Estate, we maintain our position as a premier destination for real estate education and professional development.
Services
Speaker Series
Career Fair
Mentorship Program
National Trips
Market Tours
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer access to the oldest undergraduate and graduate real estate programs in the U.S.
- Our national trips provide hands-on market exposure in major cities like New York and LA.
- We facilitate mentorship opportunities with MBA and MSRE professionals for career guidance.
- Our Career Fair connects students with 700+ undergrads and 75+ graduate members annually.
- We partner with Wisconsin Real Estate Alumni Association for exclusive networking opportunities.
Services
Speaker Series
Monthly Thursday night meetings featuring guest speakers from leading real estate firms and alumni networks. Professionals share insights on market trends, career paths, and current projects. Past speakers included executives from JLL, CBRE, and Wells Fargo.
Mentorship Program
Pairs undergraduate students with MBA/MSRE mentors for academic and career advice. Connects students with industry professionals for resume reviews and job search support. Focuses on personalized guidance through one-on-one relationships.
National Trips
Annual trips to major real estate markets for site tours and networking. Includes meetings with local alumni and firm principals in cities like New York and Los Angeles. Combines educational sessions with professional development opportunities.
Career Fair
Biannual event connecting students with top real estate firms for internships and jobs. Features company presentations and interview preparation sessions. Requires employer registration through the university's platform.
Market Tours
Semester trips to Chicago, Milwaukee, or Minneapolis for real estate project site visits. Includes meetings with local alumni and firm representatives. Provides practical insights into regional real estate markets and development projects.
Questions
How do I become a member of the UW Real Estate Club?
Purchase semester ($55) or academic year ($100) membership using your wisc.edu email address through our official website.
What real estate career resources are available to members?
Members gain access to our Career Fair, mentorship program, national networking trips, and direct connections with 700+ students and industry professionals.
How can companies recruit University of Wisconsin real estate students?
Employers can participate in our Fall and Spring Career Fairs, host information sessions, or contact our Co-Presidents directly for internship and job placement opportunities.
Are there professional development opportunities besides events?
Yes, we offer mock interviews, resume reviews with professionals, and firm-specific preparation sessions for member career development.
What types of real estate specializations do members explore?
Our programming covers debt markets, development, REITs, green building, and institutional investment strategies through guest speakers and field visits.
