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Everyone in my cohort landed prior to graduating or shortly post. I don't know everyone in the following cohort, but it's my understanding that everyone landed eventually, and any challenges were due to difficult industry conditions in general.

I'm a very atypical candidate as I have a prior career. Firms either don't know where to put me because I am experienced, or think I'll outgrow a role quickly and jump ship (their words, not mine). However, I'm honestly not concerned with juking & climbing to go title chasing. Or, if my experience isn't viewed as a negative, I lose out to candidates with 3-5 years' experience. It's frustrating, but it's a tough market and I'm sure there's people who have it far worse.

Depending on where you're considering your MRED, I would think your job prospects would be strong, especially if JLL is already on your resume. Obviously it depends on which job market you're targeting, and how strong the University's network & connections are

 

Recently got sent a "partner"-level role (essentially SVP) with a well-known multifamily owner/operator who has traditionally focused on development.  Expanding out their acq platform nationwide and this role would cover the entire western half of the US.  Value-add to core plus, capitalized on a deal-by-deal basis (though they have a history of strong blue-chip institutional sponsors on their dev deals). 

Agnostic to home base location, but would prefer if in one of those western markets.  I've sold them deals and we routinely compete with them on dev.  Sharp group and culture seems to be pretty good from what I can tell. 

DM me if any interest and can let you know who to talk to

 

I recently pivoted my career path and completed an internship as an Acquisitions & Development Intern in senior housing. While I gained valuable experience in underwriting, financial modeling, and market analysis, I’m finding it challenging to secure full-time entry-level roles in real estate investment, development, or asset management.

Given that I made the industry switch within the past year, I’d appreciate any advice on breaking into the field with my current experience in a stronger way since I will be graduating this spring. Thanks in advance!

 

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