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Investment jobs on CPT place you inside asset management, private equity, or corporate finance teams doing work your DSO certifies as integral to your program. Your CPT authorization is employer-specific and tied to your degree plan, so the role's responsibilities must map directly to your field of study.
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INTRODUCTION
When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.
Responsibilities
As an Investment Management Summer Analyst Intern for the Americas with Hines, you will:
- Gain hands-on experience by working with an assigned team specializing in specific functions within the Commercial Real Estate Investment Management process.
- Assist with the underwriting of new projects and asset management of operating properties.
- Work on possible assignments such as vetting potential investments, assisting with research on new markets and product types and investigating new business lines.
- Work on Hines’s top-quality assets with daily exposure to highly seasoned real estate professionals.
- Contribute meaningfully to processes and decisions that impact Hines’ world-renowned properties through market research, due diligence, financial analysis, and a range of other responsibilities.
- With guidance from a manager and team, interns will highlight their skills and abilities through a capstone project. At the conclusion of the summer, interns will present their project to Investment Management staff and leadership.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements include:
- Students from any academic discipline will be considered; however, a strong math and quantitative aptitude is required.
- Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Creative problem solver.
- Ability to prioritize/coordinate multiple projects.
- Current Sophomores and Juniors will be considered along with Seniors who will be immediately entering a graduate program.
- Compensation: $23/hr - $28/hr, dependent upon geography.
CLOSING
At Hines, we strive for excellence as a leading global real estate investment manager, driven by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion¹ of assets across such property types as living, office, retail, mixed-use, logistics and life science projects – all designed to enhance value, connection and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to exceed expectations and tailor solutions to our clients' needs.
While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices, we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines' success is our 5,000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65-year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people, offering comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team, we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone, including our clients, can thrive.
Hines is proud to be named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024. ¹Includes both the global Hines organization and RIA AUM as of December 31, 2023.
We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.
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Get Access To All JobsInvestment CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an investment internship automatically qualify for CPT authorization?
Not automatically. Your DSO evaluates whether the specific duties in the offer letter align with your degree program. A financial modeling role in a finance or economics program typically qualifies, but a general office or client-service role at an investment firm may not. Bring the job description and a supporting letter from your faculty advisor to your CPT appointment.
Can I do CPT at a hedge fund or private equity firm, not just large banks?
Yes. CPT eligibility depends on the role's alignment with your curriculum, not the employer's size or type. Hedge funds, private equity firms, and boutique investment managers all qualify if the work is an integral part of your academic program. Many smaller firms aren't familiar with CPT, so plan to walk your recruiter through the authorization process before an offer is extended.
How do I find investment employers who have hired CPT students before?
Migrate Mate lets you search investment roles filtered by employers with a history of sponsoring F-1 students. Firms that have gone through CPT or OPT hiring before are faster to complete paperwork and less likely to stall an offer while legal reviews the authorization. Starting your search there saves time compared to cold outreach to firms with no sponsorship track record.
Will doing full-time CPT for a year hurt my OPT eligibility?
Yes. Twelve or more months of full-time CPT disqualifies you from OPT entirely under USCIS rules. Part-time CPT, regardless of total duration, doesn't affect OPT eligibility. If your investment role is a structured year-long program, discuss with your DSO whether part-time authorization is feasible for any portion of the engagement before you accept.
What should I do if my investment employer asks me to start before my updated I-20 is ready?
Don't start. CPT work authorization requires your updated I-20 to be in hand before your first day on the job. Working even one day before the authorization date on your I-20 is a status violation. Ask your employer to push the start date back, and give your DSO the employer's requested start date as early as possible so the I-20 amendment can be processed in time.