Career Development

Internships

Summer internship opportunities provide valuable hands-on experience that complements academic learning and helps bridge the gap between theory and practice. These internships allow students to apply their specialized knowledge in real-world settings, build professional networks, and explore potential career paths. In addition to gaining practical skills, students often receive guidance from industry professionals, which can be instrumental in shaping their future careers.

See below for a sample list of companies where our students have recently secured positions:

Micro-Internship

A short term, full-time work assignment for current students during the month January (IAP) each year.

Employer-in-Residence

A campus-based corporate presence for employment recruitment, info sharing and project presentations.

Networking

Scheduled professional events planned throughout the school year.

• Thought Leader Lecture Series
• Lunch N’ Learns
• Resume & Networking Workshops
• Guest Lecturers
• MIT Career Days

CRE Job Board

Exclusively available to MSRED students as applicants and to employers for sharing job opportunities.

Real Estate Careers & Compensation Survey

Annual real estate careers and compensation survey results produced by CEL & Associates, Inc.

MSRED Resume Book

A shared resource and recruitment document designed to enhance the professional visibility and opportunities of students progressing through the degree program.

CRE Mentorship Program

This program connects incoming MSRED students with alumni to support their professional growth and deepen their understanding of the real estate industry.

Hear from Dave Paladino ’00 and Charlie Hope ’19 as they share their experiences with the program.”

Real Estate Exchange (REEX) Jumpstart Program

A two-week residential learning program to expose the next generation of African American and Latino professionals to the world of commercial real estate development, created by the Real Estate Executive Council. Interested? Learn more at REEXprograms.org.

Career Advising & Professional Development (CAPD)

MIT Career Advising and Professional Development (CAPD) is MIT’s hub for career advising, distinguished fellowships advising, advising, and professional development support. They work across the Institute to connect students, postdocs, and alumni with resources and support that empower them to build a rewarding career that makes a difference in the world.

MIT Office of Experiential Learning

Earn money or academic credit while you work on challenging and meaningful hands-on projects. Whether during the summer or the academic year, experiential learning opportunities (or ELOs, for short) connect you to important, real-world projects in MIT research labs, maker spaces, PK12 schools, start-ups, nonprofits, and global industries. Visit ELO.mit.edu to learn more.

MIT Alumni Advisors Hub

MIT Alumni can offer valuable and insightful guidance on launching careers, next moves, or navigating career changes. Visit the HUB to learn more.