Devin Le
Economics Student | Finance and Real Estate
I study Economics at The University of Texas at Austin with minors in Finance and Real Estate. My background spans real estate development support, underwriting analysis, capital stack evaluation, investment management research, econometric modeling, and entrepreneurship.
Background
About Me
I am an Economics student at The University of Texas at Austin pursuing minors in Finance and Real Estate, maintaining a 3.82 overall GPA. My academic focus is grounded in quantitative analysis, capital markets, and the intersection of financial theory and real-world application.
In a professional context, I have supported real estate development work at Bercy Chen Studio LP, where I prepared rent-comparable analyses, developed refinancing pitch materials, and built capital stack comparisons for a $73.8 million mixed-income multifamily development. This experience gave me direct exposure to how institutional lenders evaluate deals, submarket conditions, and financing structures.
On the academic side, I have completed projects in investment management and econometrics — including a simulated hedge fund portfolio and a time-series regression study on interest rates and GDP growth. My entrepreneurial experience comes from founding and operating Austin Sneakerheads, where I managed inventory, developed an online sales platform, and negotiated bulk purchasing agreements.
I am drawn to real estate development, real estate investment, underwriting, and capital markets — areas where analytical rigor and market judgment converge.
Areas of Interest
- Real Estate Development
- Real Estate Investment
- Underwriting
- Capital Markets
- Financial Analysis
- Investment Management
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Academic Profile
Education
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Relevant Coursework
- Investment Management
- Econometrics
- Accounting
- Microeconomics
- Real Estate Investment
Work History
Experience
Bercy Chen Studio LP
CurrentDevelopment Intern
- Prepared a rent-by-room comparable analysis for 7800 Burleson Road to support proposed market rents, rental positioning, and underwriting assumptions.
- Developed a refinancing pitch deck for 2801 South I-35 Frontage Road, presenting market research, property positioning, and investment highlights.
- Built a side-by-side capital stack analysis for the $73.8 million 7800 Burleson Road project, comparing two financing scenarios across loan-to-cost, blended cash-on-cash return, and equity structure to give investors a clear basis for evaluating the optimal financing structure.
- Participated as an observer in an institutional lender credit-screening call with JPMorgan for the $73.8 million mixed-income multifamily development, gaining exposure to how lenders evaluate submarket vacancy, new supply, concessions, effective rents, and the distinction between 60% AMI-restricted and market-rate units.
Simply Pho House
CurrentShift Leader
- Deliver attentive and efficient service in a fast-paced restaurant environment while maintaining high guest satisfaction standards.
- Monitor guest needs and address concerns promptly to support a positive dining experience.
- Accurately enter food and beverage orders into the POS system and coordinate with kitchen and service staff to ensure timely, accurate service.
- Demonstrate consistent leadership, communication, teamwork, and customer-service skills across all shifts.
Austin Sneakerheads
Owner
- Managed sneaker inventory through organized tracking systems, maintaining accurate records and supporting efficient inventory turnover.
- Developed an online sales platform that expanded customer reach beyond local markets.
- Negotiated bulk purchasing arrangements with retail store owners to improve profit margins and product availability.
- Built foundational experience in sales, negotiation, inventory management, and entrepreneurship.
Academic Work
Projects
Academic research and coursework projects. All portfolio simulations used paper trading — no real capital was involved.
The Effect of Interest Rates on Economic Growth
A time-series regression study examining the empirical relationship between U.S. interest rates and GDP growth, with attention to causal inference and omitted-variable bias.
Simulated Hedge Fund Portfolio
Design and active management of a simulated hedge fund portfolio with an alpha-generating strategy, benchmarked against the S&P 500. No real client capital was involved.
Involvement
Leadership & Activities
McCombs Real Estate Center
- Engage with industry professionals and peers through networking events, panel discussions, and guest-speaker sessions focused on commercial and residential real estate.
- Participate in programming that provides direct exposure to real estate markets, deal structures, and industry trends.
- Join organized industry treks to major U.S. cities to visit real estate firms and gain firsthand exposure to company culture, deal flow, and career paths.
Academic Honors
Certifications
Capabilities
Skills
Finance & Investment
Real Estate
Economics & Research
Software
Business
Language
Resume
Curriculum Vitae
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Devin Le
Austin, Texas
Available for internships, full-time roles, and informational interviews in real estate development, finance, and investment.