University of Houston's only Student Real Estate OrganizationConnecting Students to the Commercial Real Estate Industry
“Real estate cannot be lost or stolen, nor can it be carried away. Purchased with common sense, paid for in full, and managed with reasonable care, it is about the safest investment in the world.”— Franklin D. Roosevelt, 32nd president of the United States
About Us
Founded in 2014, URES was a group of University of Houston undergrad students from different majors who are eager to learn more and be a part of the ever growing Real Estate industry. The goal was to help students who are passionate about Commercial Real Estate develop professional, technical, networking, and interviewing skills so they are prepared to secure entry-level positions out of college & succeed in the industry.
Our Goals
- Grow & foster our students' interest in pursuing prosperous careers in Commercial Real Estate.
- Educate students & help them build a general foundation of knowledge to build upon.
- Provide avenues for students to interact & build long-lasting connections with industry professionals.
- Assist students with securing internships & entry-level roles in real estate finance, investment management, property operations, and brokerage.
Industry Placements
URES was closely partnered with the Bauer Real Estate Program, allowing our organization and its members to access their events. Learn more about the Real Estate Program here:
Guides from the archive
- BREIT: What Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust Is, and What the Numbers Say in 2026 — What BREIT (Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust) is, its 2026 NAV, CEO, minimum investment and 2022 to 2024 withdrawal limits, with dated SEC figures.
- Commercial Real Estate Internships — What commercial real estate interns do, what they earn, when to apply, and eight 2026 programs at firms like CBRE, JLL and Hines, checked against dated postings.
- How to Get Into Commercial Real Estate — A practical guide to entering commercial real estate as a career: entry roles, licensing, student memberships, and the skills that matter in 2026.
- Is a Real Estate Major Worth It? A Source-Based Answer — A source-based answer on whether a real estate major or degree pays off: license rules, tuition, jobs, Texas programs, and what to study instead.
- Is Real Estate a Good Career? Pay, Risks, and the Paths Beyond Selling Homes — Is real estate a good career in 2026? BLS and NAR pay data, the agent path versus salaried roles, REIT jobs, and who it fits.
- Real Estate Analyst: What They Do, Salary, and How to Become One — What a real estate analyst does, typical salaries by city, the skills and tools you need, and how students move from an internship to a first analyst role.
- Real Estate Career Paths: Roles, Pay, and How to Choose — A map of real estate careers for students: brokerage, analysis, property management, appraisal, REITs, and development, with pay and entry routes.
- Real Estate Networking Events in Houston: A 2026 Directory for Students and Early-Career Professionals — A student-focused directory of Houston commercial real estate networking events: ULI, CREDA (ex-NAIOP), CCIM, CREW, BOMA, with 2026 prices and conferences.